Share your experiences in a safe non-judgemental environment, find comfort in knowing you’re not alone, and receive expert guidance tailored to your needs. Our services are here to empower you, providing the support and reassurance you deserve as you build a life free from fear and domestic abuse.
You deserve safety, healing, and a future filled with hope—we’re here to help you every step of the way.
1:1 Peer Support
We have Support workers at OWLS who do weekly 1:1 sessions with service users. There is currently a waiting list for this, once a place becomes available you will be assigned a support worker and have weekly 1:1 sessions with them either face to face (or over the phone if unable to attend premises)
The Voice
The VOICE Programme is a ten-week psycho-educational programme for adults addressing domestic violence, coercive control and the behaviours that create the dynamic of intimate partner relationship abuse. Supporting victims to identify the broad spectrum of abusive behaviours, the process of dismantling what a victim goes through and the significant impact of such traumatic experiences.
Coffee Mornings
A weekly coffee morning on Wednesdays where we provide support and advice. The coffee mornings are very informal and we can signpost to other agencies including Foodbank.
buddy system
Women who feel they want support for appointments ie Doctors, Hospital, Court and Solicitors, we can arrange for somebody to go with them (dependant on our team’s availability).
Confidence Building Course
This is a 4 week course with Tracey (Support worker/Confidence Building Facilitator) This course is created to help work on raising your confidence and self esteem. This course is high demand and a favourite with our service users.
Drop In Sessions
Monday to Friday 10am-2pm for any advice or support that is needed, provided in a safe place.
Whos in charge?
This is a 9 week child to parent violence (CPV) programme aimed at parents whose children are being abusive or violent toward them or who appear out of parental control. The structure of the programme consists of 8 two and a half hour sessions with a two-month follow up.
orange umbrella training
OWLS is proud to announce that Claire and Courteney have now taken over leadership of Orange Umbrella, our domestic abuse awareness training program designed for delivery to professional services and businesses.
Through this comprehensive training, participants will gain essential knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse, equipping them with the tools to support and advocate for those affected. Upon completion, participants will be recognized as Orange Umbrella Ambassadors, joining a network of professionals committed to driving awareness and positive change.
We look forward to seeing the continued impact of this initiative under Claire and Courteney’s leadership. For more information or to get involved, please don’t hesitate to reach out.