SCC AW Domestic Abuse Outreach Services

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Domestic Abuse (DA) Outreach offers community-based support to victims (Adults and Children) of domestic abuse and their children, and work to build a future where domestic abuse is not tolerated.

The Outreach service focuses on specialist DA services which include any intervention or service that supports survivors of domestic abuse (Children and Adults) at the earliest point and at point of crisis - this includes Community Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) / advocacy; one to one work with Children and Adults and out of core hours support through various channels.

The service is open to anyone affected by domestic abuse regardless of age, gender, sexuality, religion, mental and physical health.

This service will offer a free, confidential, non-judgmental, impartial, and independent service; in which victims are believed, listened to, and supported both emotionally and practically.

The service can provide advice on a wide range of issues including housing, benefits, safety planning and the needs of children affected by domestic abuse, which ensure victims have the information and advice they need to make informed choices.