ADAPT Child and Youth service

ADAPT Child and Youth Service is a specialised branch of ADAPT that provides support for children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse. The service offers a safe and protective environment where young people can access counselling, therapeutic activities and emotional support designed to help them recover from trauma and build resilience. The programme adopts a trauma‑informed approach, working closely with families, social services and other agencies to ensure a holistic response to the needs of children and youth. It aims to create a nurturing space that promotes emotional wellbeing, encourages positive social interaction and supports the development of coping skills in a secure setting. Although the website does not list conventional early‑years provisions such as play‑based learning or formal early childhood education, the focus is on providing a secure, supportive environment that addresses the specific challenges faced by children exposed to domestic violence, helping them to feel safe, heard and empowered.