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Therapy and Practical Support for Women Affected by Domestic Abuse and Living in Safe Accomodation
If you are living in safe accommodation after experiencing domestic abuse, you do not have to face this journey alone.
We offer free, confidential counselling and practical advocacy to help you heal emotionally and address the practical challenges that may arise following abuse.
Intercultural Therapy
Confidential one-to-one counselling with therapists who work in a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed way.
Practical Advocacy
Support with housing, immigration, welfare benefits, employment and safety planning.
Multilingual Support
Therapy and support available in 25 languages through our diverse team of therapists.
For Women
Support for women at every stage of the safe accommodation journey.
What is DASA?
DASA stands for Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation.
This service provides free intercultural therapy and advocacy support for women affected by domestic abuse who are living in safe accommodation.
We understand that recovering from domestic abuse can affect many areas of life. That is why we offer both therapeutic and practical support, recognising that emotional wellbeing and day-to-day challenges are often closely connected.
Through intercultural therapy and practical advocacy support, we provide a safe and supportive space for women to heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward following experiences of domestic abuse.
Could This Service Be Right for You?
If you are a woman affected by domestic abuse and currently living in any of the accommodation types listed above, we may be able to support you.
If this sounds like you, we're here to help.
Click the referral button below to complete our referral form.
Types of Safe Accommodation
Safe accommodation refers to housing that has been provided to help women and their families remain safe from domestic abuse.
This may include:
Refuge Accommodation
Confidential emergency accommodation with specialist domestic abuse support.
Temporary Accommodation
Short-term housing provided following homelessness or crisis.
Dispersed Accommodation
Self-contained accommodation with outreach support.
Sanctuary Schemes
Support for women remaining safely in their homes with additional safety measures.
Move-On Accommodation
Accommodation supporting women as they rebuild stability and independence after refuge.
Emergency Hotel Placements
Temporary placements used during crisis situations.