It is often the violent or controlling behavior used by a partner to exert power over a wife, child, girlfriend or lover, this can also happen in gay and lesbian relationships.

We provide safe temporary accomodation for women and their children fleeing domestic violence.

  Women's Workers  
  The Women’s Development Workers are there to give you emotional and practical support.  They can help with claiming benefits, legal matters and being re-housed.
 
  Refuge Facility Information
 What Do We Provide
                 
  Safe, secure accommodation Help with housing, social services, legal matters, and benefits
 
  Practical, emotional support    
  Education and schools, resettlement into your new home, help with grants etc.
  24hr Helpline, 24hr access
     
  A support group for women in the community Structured play sessions and outings for children
    
  Counseling