3.1 to relieve the distress and suffering experienced by families and children in particular who have suffered from and/or are likely to suffer from violence or maltreatment in their homes: in particular by:
3.1.1 responding to the needs of children where stress within the home may adversely affect their welfare or development;
3.1.2 providing support for children who are regarded as vulnerable and who may be at risk of social exclusion;
3.1.3 delivering community services designed to foster the general well being of families with children; and
3.1.4 providing services for parents which will enable them to better respond to the personal needs and financial support of their children.
