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Domestic Violence mostly happens behind closed doors and is a topic people rarely discuss. Victims feel alone, embarrassed, and helpless. Their abusers exercise a pattern of power and control, often over a long period of time, which leaves some victims believing the abuse is actually their fault.

As part of our response, the Safer Sutton Partnership is pleased to announce the launch of Sutton’s Domestic Violence One Stop Shop, which will take place every Wednesday morning from 9:30 – 11:30 at Sutton Baptist Church, 21 Cheam Road, SM1 1SN.

This is a free, confidential drop-in service available to any Sutton resident experiencing Domestic Violence. They will be able to get advice and support from an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) from Victim Support, Police, Solicitors, Citizen’s Advice Bureau and others.

You may not be in need of this service yourself, but if you know of somebody else who would benefit, please encourage them to come along for a free, confidential advice session. For further information or advice, call Victim Support on 0208 685 1637, or text DV to 65101.

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