Stories
Read stories from people we have supported. Names have been changed and images using actors have been used to ensure the safety of our service-users.
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Arzu’s Story
My name is Arzu*, and my story is one of strength and transformation, born from the depths of darkness and...
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Stephen’s Story
Stephen experienced verbal and emotional abuse from his adult daughter who lived with him. The abuse escalated after Stephen asked...
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Janet’s Story
Over many years, Janet suffered psychological, sexual and financial abuse. Janet was now out of the relationship but finding it...
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Sonja’s Story
Pregnant, Sonja, fled her abusive husband. Sonja had experienced sexual and domestic abuse for many years, she was in crisis and having severe panic attacks.
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Al’s Story
Al is a professional male in his 50’s, who just prior to meeting his partner had suffered a personal tragedy....
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Ben’s Story
Ben’s case was discussed at Marac (Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference) due to a serious physical assault on him from...
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Erin’s Story
Growing up with an alcoholic, sexually, abusive father has affected nearly every relationship I’ve ever had. Throughout my life, I’ve...
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Dawn’s Story
Dawn is a female in her 40’s when she accessed support, she had been through a difficult time in her...
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Bryony’s Story
Bryony made a self-referral to the Community Team in summer 2020. She had fled from her husband about 1 month...