Women's Aid Survivor's Handbook

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The Survivor's Handbook provides practical support and information for women experiencing domestic violence, with simple guidance on every aspect of seeking support.

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Audio version

Listen to abbreviated version of Survivor's Handbook

General information

Women's Aid introduction by Nicola Harwin CBE

The Body Shop introduction by Dame Anita Roddick

What is domestic violence?

Recognising domestic violence

Making a safety plan

I am experiencing domestic violence

Finding help

What can Women's Aid do for me?

Money issues

Where can I go? - Housing options

What is a refuge and how can I stay in one?

How can I help a friend?

Your legal rights

Your legal rights

Getting an injunction

Police and the criminal prosecution service

Special circumstances

Women from Black and ethnic minority communities

Immigration issues

Disabled women

Lesbian and bisexual women

Helping your children

Children and domestic violence

Making arrangements for children after separation

Health and well being

Domestic violence and your physical health

Domestic violence and your mental health

Alcohol and other drugs

Surviving after abuse