Sefton Domestic Abuse Helpline 0151 394 1400
Sefton Domestic Abuse Service
Individual support for adults, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
You can ask for support whether abuse is happening now or you are dealing with its effects later. A caseworker can talk with you about what has happened, what feels safe and what you would like help with.
Read feedback from adults supported by SWACA.
You can meet a caseworker individually to talk about risk, safety and practical support. Ask about women-only sessions, counselling and the Mirror Project. For women who have left an abusive relationship, the 12-week Recovery Toolkit explores the effects of abuse, boundaries and rebuilding confidence.
You can speak privately with a caseworker about safety, practical concerns or the emotional impact of abuse. The Men’s Reflection Programme offers six sessions covering the impact of abuse, parenting, healthy relationships and confidence. The team can also help you find counselling.
You can speak with someone who understands how your identity or relationship may affect your experience of seeking help. Ask about individual support, online or in-person drop-ins, and the six-session Echo programme. To join an online session, contact the team for the joining link.
A specialist worker can help a child or young person who has experienced or witnessed abuse talk about worries, safety and healthy relationships. The team can help their voice be heard, connect them with counselling and support parents. Ask about the Together Programme for group support.
Excerpts from adult feedback to SWACA.
“I’m strong and I am capable”
“Listening in a calm and nonjudgmental way, made me feel comfortable.”
“I was heard and validated by my caseworker”
“I am glad I came to yourselves that day”
“You have been the only one that has made me feel seen”
