Introduction
Somerset local area partnerships and organisations are working together to achieve a shared vision – that all individuals in Somerset who access help and engage with services receive support that is trauma informed.
Trauma informed approaches recognise the prevalence of trauma in people’s lives and acknowledge the potential effects that this can have on individuals and their families, networks, and communities. A Trauma Informed Somerset means having a workforce that is able to recognise when individuals are affected by trauma and adversity and then able to respond in ways that are supportive and prevent further harm. In relation to educational settings, often a whole-school approach is crucial and supports all children and young people.