For Professionals

Referrals

If you are concerned about anyone being subjected to abuse please contact us on 01267 2398410.  Alternatively please download a referral form below and forward to us at [email protected] 

Group Talks

If you would like us to talk to your staff or community group about domestic abuse and our services, please contact us on 01237 238410 or email us at [email protected] 

Training for professionals

We provide a range of training for professionals and participate in the regional training for local services.  Training aims to:

  • Raise practitioners' awareness of the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their families on a national and local level

  • Raise practitioners awareness of stalking and harassment, including online abuse and the potential warning signs

  • Raise practitioners awareness of coercion and control, the tactics used by perpetrators and the legislation that protects victims of this form of abuse 

  • Raise practitioners awareness of domestic abuse and its link with homelessness including recent changes in the Homeless Reduction Act

  • Look at how we, as practitioners, respond to those experiencing and perpetrating domestic abuse/stalking and harassment and how to do this safely

  • Increase participants' ability to offer the appropriate help and support to victims of domestic abuse, offering both practical and emotional support

  • Provide information on where specialist support and help can be obtained for victims and professionals, including victims legal rights, Clare’s Law

  • Raise standards of good practice

  • Provide information on services available and how to refer

Taster Sessions

  • We provide taster sessions of some of our online courses to aid your confidence in referring to your clients and providing an opportunity to network with other practitioners

Visits/Volunteering & Work Experience

If you would like to find out about what its like to work in a Domestic Abuse Specialist Service we can provide placement and volunteering opportunities.  Please email us [email protected] for more information

Referral Form - Adults

Referral Form - Children

Volunteering Application Form

For more information please email [email protected] or call us on 01267 238410