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For the first time Rodney Women’s Refuge is offering free drop-in information sessions, where people can learn more about the support available to someone who may be experiencing domestic or family violence.
These are appointment-only and will be held at the refuge on Monday, February 24 and Wednesday, February 26, from 10am to 1pm.
To ensure a safe, private space, the exact location of the session is provided upon booking.
Rodney Women’s Refuge community liaison officer Claudia says the sessions are an opportunity for people to come in and ask questions, whether they need advice, resources or just a safe space to talk.
“Usually someone will ring up the landline, or they’ll get referred, and one of our advocates meets them somewhere in the community, so it’ll be interesting to see how the sessions go,” she says.
“They’ll come in, know that they’re safe and can have a half-hour talk with an advocate, such as a social worker, who’s trained in dealing with domestic violence and knows exactly what to do in each situation.
“We’re saying we are here for you. You are not alone.”
According to statistics released by Rodney Women’s Refuge last December, there were 24 crisis line calls, 11 referrals made, and 150 nights of safe accommodation provided.
To make an appointment please call 09 427 5154 or email Elaine@hestia.org.nz. If it’s urgent call 0800 733 843. Or 0800 Refuge, option 1, then 2, then 3. In an emergency call 111.
