Custody Delivery
CFO custodial delivery is available in over 90 custodial locations. This includes dedicated CFO Wings and wider custodial locations.
The CFO Evolution programme is designed to ensure maintained motivation and confidence throughout, regardless of where participants engage, whilst preparing for community resettlement. Engagements include peer mentoring training, classroom learning, community contribution and much more. Specific participant needs are taken into account throughout.
CFO Wings in particular are welcoming spaces where individuals feel supported, understood, cared for and valued whilst working towards release. These wings are available in 14 custodial locations across England.
Custody Delivery
CFO custodial delivery is available in over 90 custodial locations. This includes dedicated CFO Wings and wider custodial locations.
The CFO Evolution programme is designed to ensure maintained motivation and confidence throughout, regardless of where participants engage, whilst preparing for community resettlement. Engagements include peer mentoring training, classroom learning, community contribution and much more. Specific participant needs are taken into account throughout.
CFO Wings in particular are welcoming spaces where individuals feel supported, understood, cared for and valued whilst working towards release. These wings are available in 14 custodial locations across England.
What is a CFO Wing?
A CFO wing is a dedicated living and working unit within a prison that supports people to prepare for release and employment. It combines a structured, provider‑led programme with personalised support, delivered alongside dedicated prison officers who help create a consistent, supportive regime.
Fully integrated into the establishment’s wider resettlement offer, CFO wings promote a shared culture between participants, providers and uniformed staff.
They are welcoming environments where individuals feel supported, valued and motivated to engage. Crucially, support does not end at the prison gate. Participants continue to receive through‑the‑gate support and ongoing provision in the community, helping them sustain progress, access employment, training and services, and build more stable futures.
These wings are available in 14 custodial locations across England.
Wider Custody Delivery
Wider custody delivery is available in over 70 custodial locations. Participants are engaged by a Support Worker to overcome practical challenges and make progression to re-engage with the community. Activities are people-centred and focus on the key issues an individual is facing.
Activities available can include:
Practical courses such as financial literacy and vocational skills
Independent
living skills
Employment and
education
Preparation for release, including working towards relevant parole hearings
Addressing wider barriers to mainstream engagement (addiction, education etc.)
Giving back to
the prison and local community
“My CFO Support Worker has made me feel like I have a future on release and can make something of myself through working. I am looking forward to continuing work with CFO.”
Allen*, CFO Participant
Rashad’s Journey
In preparation for his release, Rashad* required support that would move him closer to the labour market in an effort to prevent reoffence. He was interested in working in hospitality, but didn’t have any plans in place.
Having been referred to CFO Evolution, Rashad’s* Support Worker enrolled him onto a Level 1 Hospitality and Catering course and arranged for the participant to gain work experience at the on-site bistro at HMP Lincoln.
Wrapping around this, together they completed an interview skills class, which built Rashad*’s confidence. This was done with the support for the PEL at HMP Lincoln, assuring that support was not duplicated, but complemented.
As a result of these activities, Rashad* had successful job interviews at both Greene King and Wagamama. Having employment lined up for his release meant Rashad* would be able to hit the ground running in the community, especially given that he would be moving out of his local area due to an exclusion zone condition.
Speaking about his custodial experience, Rashad* said: “Thank you for all the support CFO Evolution has given me whilst in custody. I had no clue where I wanted to be at the beginning and now I have everything set up for me and I couldn’t be happier. The work you do is truly amazing and changes people’s lives.” To further support his reintegration in the community, Rashad* was introduced to a CFO Support Worker in the local area, with a pre-release handover completed to ensure continued progress.
Make a referral
Making a referral to CFO is simple and easy, simply click below to access our referral form.