Domestic abuse is when someone behaves in an abusive or violent way towards another person, usually within the home

Domestic violence is defined as physical, psychological, sexual or financial violence that takes place within an intimate or family-type relationship and forms a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour. Nationally one in four women and one in six men will endure domestic violence during their lifetime. It is estimated that domestic violence is as serious a cause of death and incapacity amongst women aged between 15 and 44 as cancer.

But domestic violence doesn’t just stay at home, the impact on an individual’s mental health and wellbeing, emotional and physical health, comes with them into the office. For many people enduring violence, work is one of the few places where they can be safe from their abuser, although sadly there are some cases where the perpetrator works in the same organisation.

The Tenancy Management team can offer advice and support to victims of domestic abuse.

We understand how devastating such abuse can be and how difficult it can be to gather the courage to do something about it. If you approach us for support we will ensure that:

• You are treated with compassion and discretion
• Your confidentiality and privacy are respected
• We will agree all actions with you and that we only take action with your consent.

We can offer help such as:

• Offering advice and support
• Offering referrals to specialist support agencies
• Advice about housing options
• Provision of extra security
• Taking enforcement action against the perpetrator of the abuse, such as applying for an injunction, or taking possession proceedings.

Remember this is not your fault. To find out more about our service, please contact the Tenancy Management Team.

• Call 0800 953 0213 (option 5)
• Email tenancy.management@communitygateway.co.uk