Hi Godisincontrol,
I am truly sorry to hear of all you are going through.
I personally went into Womans aid refuge a few days after Christmas 2012 with my 4 year old.
I would not be alive today, if I didn’t. The refuge was very supportive, the staff the kids workers and the strength and support from the other mothers and kids in there. We were a big family and all supported one another. I found being around others who had experienced what I made me not feel so alone.
The refuge helped with everything, they helped us relocate to a safe area, even arranged removals to go collect our things.
In time we did speak with family, and they understood, it was best for us to move and start a fresh.
I’m not going to lie, it’s not easy, but the support, including the freedom programme, helps for sure, realise that there is another way to live, free from abuse and finally be free. I wish you and your children the best and feel free to ask anything else you want to about the process.
Take care
