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SWACA Domestic Abuse Helpline 0151 394 1400

Free & confidential support

for women, young people and children throughout Sefton

About us

Sefton Women's and Children's Aid is committed to safeguarding women, young people and children. Our dedicated team supports them in surviving the impact of domestic abuse by giving free, practical and emotional help.

Our services are offered regardless of age, disability, sexuality, race or religion. The support we provide can be delivered by phone, in person, in school, in the workplace, in Family Wellbeing Centres or in our Centre.

Help us do more

With your help we can continue to reach more women, young people and children escaping domestic abuse.

What we do

One-to-one support for women

Individual emotional and practical support and advice via a dedicated caseworker.

One-to-one support for children and young people

Individual emotional and practical support and advice via a dedicated specialist caseworker.

Group support for women

SWACA’s own seven-week programme, The Mirror Project, helps to improve confidence and self-esteem with peer support.

Group support for children and young people

The Together Programme promotes positive self-perception, healthy relationships and emotional wellbeing in a small group setting.

Counselling and therapy

Counselling and psychotherapy sessions build emotional resilience and help to create a better future.

Refuge for those in need

Safe spaces for individuals and families escaping domestic abuse, available locally and out of the area.

Legal support and advice

We partner with local solicitors to provide legal support and advice to those in need.

Financial support

Support in becoming financially independent and a helping hand for those in need.

Want to talk?

Whatever you need, we’re here for you. Contact us by phone or email.

Contact us

Call: 0151 394 1400 (Helpline)
Email: help@swaca.com

Our team is available
Monday - Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
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Guidance

Why is domestic abuse often not reported?

24th October, 2022

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As a charity we are optimistic that attitudes towards domestic abuse and the support available for women over the years are changing for the better Our work…