Where can a woman fleeing domestic abuse go?

Or you might want to go into a refuge. As a woman fleeing domestic abuse, you can seek housing advice from any local authority even if you do not live in the local area. Find out more about your housing options here.

What do you need to know about refuges for women?

Get a place in a refuge. A refuge is a safe house for women to escape domestic abuse. Refuges can provide spaces for women on their own, or with children. You don’t need to have experienced physical abuse to stay in a refuge. Contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline to discuss your options.

Where can I find refuge for domestic abuse?

For more information, visit The Corporate Alliance. The Domestic Abuse, Assessment & Referral Service will support women and children experiencing domestic abuse to find safe, secure and suitable refuge spaces across London.

Are there benefits for women fleeing domestic violence?

But there are welfare benefits provided by the Government that help many women fleeing abuse, and special rules to support survivors. What benefits you can claim will depend on your personal circumstances.

Are there any refuges for women escaping domestic abuse?

“It’s scandalous that, in 2019, women fleeing domestic abuse still face the terrifying prospect of either returning to their perpetrator or facing homelessness. We are facing a chronic shortage of bed spaces in specialist refuge services, and this is causing unimaginable suffering for women at a time when they are most in need of support.

How does the Adullam domestic violence refuge work?

The Centre offers practical and emotional support to enable the women to make their own life choices. It also offers a physical space where women and children who have experienced Domestic Abuse can feel safe and free from violence as either a resident or a visitor.