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East Renfrewshire Domestic Abuse Project (ERDAP) The project aims to protect, support and empower women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, to live safe independent lives. The services they offer include: • Helpline/Drop-In Service • A Safe Place to Stay • Outreach Services • Services for Children and Young People Cosgrove Care As well as supports to adults Cosgrove Care provides personalised support and care services for children who have learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders, and mental health issues. This social enterprise is registered to provide support to 3-18 year olds. They offer year-round home and community support as well as resource-based support and play schemes during the spring and summer. Parents involved say their children are supported to reach their full potential and are now happy and confident individuals. “I think they’ve been a big help and fun, with my problemsMummy and Daddy fighting. It’s a lot better now. ” Child , Age 8 Junior Saltire Awards Junior Saltire Awards are a local initiative delivered by Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire which recognises, celebrates, and rewards the commitment of young volunteers as a stepping stone to the national Saltire Awards. Last year, 6 local primary schools created volunteering opportunities with their pupils and presented them with a certificate at the end of the year. “From the schools point of view, the award itself has really motivated the children to become more actively involved in the school community” Laura McPherson Assistant Head at St John’s Primary