Women’s Aid Orkney is a specialist domestic abuse support service with specially trained trauma informed practitioners who will walk along side you.
Supporting you to live the life you choose
We want you to be able to live the life you choose, safer and free from harm. That may mean supporting you whilst you stay in your relationship, or help you when you leave – it’s up to you.
The support we give you will be tailored to what you want and need from us. That could be someone to talk to in confidence, support to attend appointments, help to understand legal processes, or guidance to manage money matters. Women’s Aid Orkney is here for you.
What happens when I contact Women’s Aid Orkney?
When you contact us, we will always check that you are safe. Then we’ll make an appointment for you to see one of our trained support practitioners who understand domestic abuse and will listen and support you without judgement. We know that what is happening is not your fault!
What happens in my appointment?
At your first appointment, your support practitioner will work with you to create an individualised plan.
All information shared is confidential unless there is a child or adult safety concern.
We can provide support sessions to suit your needs in person, online or by phone.
What can you help me with?
Things that we can support you with include the following:
Emotional support
This ranges from offering somewhere to come and talk to someone in confidence to mindfulness and stress management techniques.
Practical support
- Advice and assistance on personal protection and safety.
- Information on legal concerns.
- Signposting to other agencies who might be able to help you.
- Accompanying you to appointments and in liaising with others on your behalf.
- Help with money matters.
- General advice and assistance with housing and homelessness