The aim of the Throughcare Addiction Service is to provide continuity of care for those leaving custody who wish to go on to receive treatment providing services in the community in Scotland.
The intention is to sustain motivation gained during the custodial term to tackle substance misuse by having in place, pre-release, a community integration plan (CIP) which establishes a clear and agreed pathway forward to continue the work in the community.
This incorporates a multi-disciplinary commitment to meet the on-going needs of the offender which is formulated with their active involvement.
The period following release from custody can be a period of major vulnerability to the offender in terms of re-settlement and the lowering of tolerance to substance misuse.
The Throughcare Addiction Service works with the offender in the 6 week period prior to release from custody through the 6 week period post-release. During this period, the Throughcare Addiction Service Worker will attempt to develop an effective working relationship with the offender and refer to services.