Domestic Abuse Guide

Domestic Abuse Guide

What is Domestic Abuse? Domestic abuse is not always physically violent. It is any incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening behaviours as well as violence between those aged 16 or over who are, or have been, intimate partners or family...
Health & Wellbeing Guide

Health & Wellbeing Guide

If you are feeling worried, alone, anxious, depressed or low – it is normal but please do not suffer in silence. In this guide you will find details of ways in which you can “mind” your mental health and stay well. If you’re 16 or over, you can complete a...
Safety Planning Guide

Safety Planning Guide

When you are ready to leave, plan in advance to ensure that you are prepared. This means practically, emotionally and financially. Think about all the various scenarios you might find yourself in and have a plan for each one. Think of all the options available to...
Amanda’s Story

Amanda’s Story

A fter enduring physical and financial abuse, manipulation, and control, I was referred to The Haven. My abuser, who was also the father of my four children, raped and sexually assaulted me. Encouraged to report the rape, my case was transferred to Birmingham, where...
Naz’s Story

Naz’s Story

A fter leaving an arranged marriage, I met someone new and we got married. My son from my previous marriage and I moved in with my new husband and his family. However, my mother-in-law never accepted me and constantly interfered in our lives.   When my new husband...