Before Things Break 

Getting Support Earlier 

Across Doncaster from Mexborough to Moorends and from Norton to Bawtry, more people are reaching out for support when things have already become overwhelming.

Each year, around 2,600 people come to us often facing challenges that have built up over time and become harder to manage.

Before Things Break is about making sure people can access help earlier - before things reach crisis point. 

There are lots of ways to get involved with Before Things Break:

• Become a Friend - Stay connected and hear how your community is helping people access support before things break.
• Become a Champion - Help spread the message and encourage others to get involved.
• Become a Guardian - Help protect access to early support through fundraising and financial support.
• Become a Partner - Work alongside us to create lasting change in our communities.

Every relationship starts with friendship. Join us to hear stories, campaign updates and opportunities to get involved.

Become a Friend of Before Things Break

WHAT IS EARLY SUPPORT? 

Early support means: 

• Getting help when problems first begin 
• Managing challenges before they escalate 
• Improving wellbeing sooner 
• Preventing crisis where possible 

Because support shouldn’t start at breaking point. 

WHY IT MATTERS IN DONCASTER?

Across our communities, we're seeing more and more people wait until challenges feel unmanageable before reaching out for support.

By this point, situations are often more complex, affecting multiple areas of life including family, work and relationships. Many people also feel disconnected from their communities and those around them.

This is happening to people who live and work here - people we all know.

When people can access support earlier, they are better able to:

• Stay in work or education
• Maintain relationships with family, friends and colleagues
• Remain active in their communities 

Protecting early support helps keep people connected and communities strong.

By acting earlier, together we can build a healthier more resilient Doncaster for every community across our borough.

WHAT IS BEFORE THINGS BREAK?

Before Things Break is a 12-month campaign focused on protecting and strengthening early support in Doncaster. 

This campaign is about: 

• Raising awareness of why early support matters 
• Building stronger connections with our community 
• Working alongside individuals, organisations and partners 
• Creating lasting change through collective action

This isn’t just something you support - it’s something you can be part of.

GET INVOLVED 

Be part of the movement - there are lots of ways to get involved in Before Things Break whether you want to stay informed, take action or work with us. 

Connect 

Stay up to date and help spread the message. 

•   Follow the campaign 
•   Share our messages 
•   Start conversations about early support

Get Involved 

Use your time, skills or voice to make a difference. 

• Volunteer with us 
• Take part in events or activities 
• Support your local community 

Partner With Us 

Work with us to create long-term impact. 

• Collaborate as an organisation 
• Support early intervention in your workplace 
• Be part of a joined-up approach across Doncaster 

Support The Campaign 

Help us continue providing early support. 

• Donate to support our work 
• Fundraise in your own way 
• Take on a challenge or host an event 

Follow The Journey 

Before Things Break is a year-long campaign, with ongoing opportunities to get involved. 

• Upcoming events 
• Campaign updates 
• New ways to take part 

Be part of something that makes a difference earlier. 

Help make sure support is there when it’s needed most - before things start to break.