Our client's stories

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone. Molly shares how abuse gradually changed the way she saw herself, and how specialist support helped her rebuild her confidence and create a safe, happy life for herself and her family.

After years of domestic abuse, Sue shares what it was like to leave, rebuild safety with her children and begin looking ahead.

Jake's story explores the realities of rebuilding stability after homelessness and addiction, and the importance of support, trust and being treated without judgement.

There one occasion a man threatened to burn her tent because she said no. On the streets other people would rob her money and take my possessions. They would take my tent. She ended up in the bushes because it was much safer and warmer.

David, a New Traveller with complex health needs, struggled to access medical support due to feelings of poor self-worth; fears of being...

Nayani, 11, arrived at our refuge with her mother and younger siblings after fleeing emotional and physical abuse from her father and...