When we think of Citizens Advice, images of benefit and debt advice often spring to mind. Yet, for many, it’s more than a source of support; it’s the beginning of a lifeline. For many people affected by domestic abuse, the fear of retaliation or societal judgment keeps them silent, bearing the weight of trauma alone.[…]
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Citizens Advice: The beginning of a lifeline for those experiencing domestic abuse
News, Relationships Nov 01, 2023
Navigating separation: How Citizens Advice makes the journey easier
News, Relationships Oct 01, 2023
Separation from a partner is undeniably tough. Advisers in Citizens Advice know how traumatic it can be for people to end a relationship. At this time of year, we often see a spike in people contacting us for advice about how to separate from their partner. The difficulties of making life-changing decisions combined with the[…]
Your legal rights as a partner may depend on whether you are married or living together. Living together with someone is sometimes also called cohabitation. Generally speaking, you will have fewer rights if you’re living together than if you’re married. Discover more information about your legal rights on our national website including the[…]
Did you know that one in seven under 18s live with domestic abuse at some point during their childhood? Last year, South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service supported over 1,000 women and their children whose lives are affected by domestic abuse. They all live in Waverley or Guildford Boroughs. Domestic Abuse can happen to[…]
New – the “no blame” divorce. Do you know about the new 2022 divorce laws which ended the blame game? After the school holidays we often get a lot of enquiries about relationship breakdowns. But this year, there are fundamental changes to the divorce process. Now, you don’t need to give a reason to get[…]
South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service wins grant from Arts Council’s Let’s Create Jubilee Fund
Campaigns, Mental health, News, Relationships May 14, 2022
South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service has been awarded £6,640 from the Arts Council’s Let’s Create Jubilee Fund by the Community Foundation for Surrey We are delighted to announce that our domestic abuse service – South West Surrey Dometic Abuse Outreach Service – has been awarded a grant of £6,640 from the Arts Council’s[…]
No relationship is perfect all of the time but there are signs you can spot that may indicate whether your relationship is healthy or unhealthy. Why does it matter? It’s important because healthy relationships are good for our wellbeing and make us feel supported and respected. In unhealthy relationships, our partner shows behaviours that[…]
What is family mediation? “Family mediation is a process in which an independent, professionally trained mediator helps you work out arrangements for children and finances following separation.” For information visit the Family Mediation Council’s website Call us for free advice about other family issues, housing, benefits and debt problems. Citizens Advice Waverley CONTACT[…]
Find out what your rights are if your relationship has broken down, for example whether you can stay in the family home or who the children should live with. If your relationship has broken down, you can ask us how mediation works. Mediation is a way of sorting any differences between you and[…]
The heartbreaking abduction and murder of Sarah Everard and murder of Sabina Nessa have highlighted the ongoing issue of male violence against women and girls. Many women continue to feel unsafe on the streets. Many women continue to feel unsafe in their own home. Domestic abuse can happen to anyone of any age, location, income[…]
Relationship problems?… Don’t wait until you’re at crisis point before calling for help
Relationships Jul 19, 2021
Tom MacInnes, chief analyst for Citizens Advice, said: “We know that this pandemic has put an enormous strain on people financially but our data shows that strain is also being felt in people’s relationships.” Visits to Citizens Advice webpage information on ending a relationship have been steadily increasing since 2019, especially over the last few[…]
Domestic Abuse is the intentional use of verbal, emotional, psychological, financial and physical abusive tactics and behaviours used to maintain power and control over and manipulate a partner, ex-partner or family member. Andrea* was worn down by her husband’s abusive behaviour over many years. It began with financial control, constant questioning, checking and criticism and[…]
Would you like to change the lives of local people? Do you have several hours a week to spare? South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service needs your help at a time when domestic abuse is on the increase. We have a variety of ways for you to volunteer, from running our Twitter account to[…]
South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service (part of Citizens Advice Waverley) is working with Cranleigh Community Radio to broadcast information on key issues impacting the community in Waverley and Guildford. In this podcast, we ask the question “What is domestic abuse?” and we discover how South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service can support[…]
“We know that this pandemic has put an enormous strain on people financially but our data shows that strain is also being felt in people’s relationships”
Relationships Nov 22, 2020
“We know that this pandemic has put an enormous strain on people financially but our data shows that strain is also being felt in people’s relationships.” National Citizens Advice @tommacinnes in @BBCNews last week https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-54972762 Want free, confidential and independent advice? Contact Citizens Advice Waverley 0344 848 7969 to speak with our friendly advisers
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