Domestic Violence Services
Domestic violence can be any physical, sexual, psychological or financial violence that takes place within an intimate or family-type relationship and that forms a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour. It can also include forced marriage and so-called 'honour crimes'.
Anyone can experience domestic violence regardless of ethnicity, religion, class, age, sexuality, disability or lifestyle. Domestic violence can also occur in a range of relationships including heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender relationships, and also within extended families.
Domestic violence includes a range of abusive behaviours, not all of which are in themselves inherently 'violent'. Arch provides the following information, advice, and housing support for people who are experiencing domestic violence, escaping domestic violence or who are perpetrators of domestic violence.
Helpline Service - a confidential telephone support service that aims to make a difference to the lives of those experiencing domestic violence
Julia House - a purpose built refuge for women and children who have been subject to, or are at risk of, domestic abuse
Elizabeth & Tolkein House - refuges for women and their children who are escaping a domestic violence environment
Tackling domestic abuse in Cheshire East - Arch offers advice, support and information to victims/survivors of domestic abuse and their families to enable them to live independently in the community
Sunrise Centre - The Sunrise Centre is a safe and welcoming service for women, men, young people and children who have survived domestic abuse.
Outreach support - this is the only dedicated domestic violence outreach service for women and children in the area
Male domestic violence support - information, practical, emotional and advocacy support to men who are\have experienced domestic violence
The Freedom Programme - a support and awareness programme aimed at keeping female victims of domestic violence safe
Male and Female Prevention Programme aims to help female perpetrators of abuse to recognise and be accountable for their abusive behaviour
Relationships without Fear - a preventative project designed to address the taboo subject of domestic abuse with school children from Years 4 - 11
Training Programmes - educating professionals about the issues surrounding domestic violence
Safety Plan - is essential if you or your children are suffering abuse or living in a violent home and is vital whether you stay in the relationship or choose to leave.
REaDAPT - Relationship Education and Domestic Abuse Prevention Tuition is the lastest Daphne III project.
Stepping Stones Appeal - Raising money for children who are the forgotten victims of domestic violence.
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