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 Domestic
Abuse
Domestic
abuse is repeated physical, psychological, sexual or financial violence
that takes place within an intimate or family-type relationship and forms
a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour. Crime statistics and
research both show that domestic violence is gender specific - usually the
perpetrator of a pattern of repeated assaults is a man.
Domestic
abuse can take many forms and can happen once every so often or on a
regular basis. Although every situation is unique, there are common
factors that link the experience of an abusive relationship. Acknowledging
these factors is an important step in preventing and stopping the
violence.
A
Step Forward
"A
Step Forward" is a weekly drop-in service offering advice and support
to victims of domestic abuse.
Anyone
needing advice for themselves, a friend or relative, or simply needing
someone to talk to, can come to the Help Point and ask to speak to an
adviser. You can speak in complete
safety, privacy and confidentiality to people who understand and have the
power to help.
when?
Tuesday
12-2pm. If
you are unable get there in person, you can telephone during drop-in hours
on 07961 022443.
where?
Burgess
Hill Town Council’s Help Point, 96 Church Walk.
Just
call in and ask for Anna.
who
for?
Anyone
needing advice for themselves, a friend or relative, or simply needing
someone to talk to, can come to the Help Point and ask to speak to an
adviser.
how
much?
The
service is completely free and no appointment is needed.
more
info?
Drop-in
Coordinator: 07961 022443
For
more information on domestic abuse: www.womensaid.org.uk
24
Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (Freephone)
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