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women, with or without children, who are fleeing abuse.
Phone
01249 714873.
You
may not want to leave but would like to talk to another person about
your situation – the Women’s Refuge or any other agency
listed, can provide help and information.
If
you decide to leave, try to take with you:
•
Your house key
• Proof of ID and income
• Clothing for yourself and your children.
Here
are several practical reasons why women may not want to leave. These
may apply to you:
•
You may be afraid of further assaults.
• You may be worried about money to support yourself and your
children.
• You may be worried about losing your home, your possessions,
or even your children.
• You may fear the isolation of living as a single parent.
Who
are we?
North Wiltshire Women’s Refuge provides temporary accommodation,
in two locations, for women and their children who are fleeing domestic
abuse.
Our
two refuges each have five rooms providing privacy and a safe space
for yourself and any children you may have. There is a large communal
kitchen in each project and a living room where you can meet and talk
to other women.
What
we offer
You will not be left alone to worry about what happens next. The Support
Workers can offer:
•
Information on your legal, financial, and housing rights.
• Practical and emotional assistance with any problems that
may be causing you worry or distress.
• Links with other agencies that may be able to offer assistance.
• Help with children’s issues.
Confidentiality
is respected at all times, and, if the refuge is unable to assist
you, we can put you in touch with other agencies who can.
Some
women come to the refuge for respite - a space for time to think.
Everyone
who needs help is welcome.
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Who
can go to the refuge?
Any woman, with or without children who is fleeing abuse.
When
can I come?
If space is available, the Refuge is accessible 24 hours a day.
How
long can I stay?
As long as you need, depending on what you decide.
What
should I bring?
The refuge provides furniture, bedding, and cooking equipment.
What
about money?
If you have no income of your own you are likely to be able to claim
welfare benefits.
What about housing?
Staff can give you information about housing matters.
Guide for Residents
You can download a copy of our Women's Refuge Guide for Residents by clicking here.
Other useful numbers:
- Westlea Housing:
01249 465465
Out of office hours:
0800 854 205
- Wiltshire Council
(Homelessness Team):
01249 706111
- Domestic Violence Unit
(Wiltshire Constabulary):
01249 449766
- SPLITZ (Parenting alone
Support Agency):
01225 777724
- Social Services:
01249 444321
(Emergency Duty Team):
01380 726651
- Victim Support:
01380 729476
- Citizens Advice Bureau:
0845 1203707
- Womens Aid Helpline (24 hrs): 0808 2000 247.
Your GP, Health Visitor, Solicitor, or Housing Officer should also
be able to help you.
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