Refuges
There are 5 refuges in Nottingham City and 4 refuges across Nottinghamshire. Refuges provide temporary accommodation and support services, including children’s support, benefits advice, resettlement advice, emotional support, access to learning and signposting to specific services.
There are other emergency, temporary or supported housing and support options from local authority housing departments, housing associations and charities, for vulnerable groups, for example, for young people or people with mental health issues.
There is also a pet fostering service covering Nottingham and Nottinghamshire to enable women with pets to access refuge.
- For access to refuge contact:
- Domestic Violence free 24-hour Helpline - Women’s Aid Integrated Services (WAIS)
- Tel. 0808 8000 340; Text phone: 0808 8000 341 with Language Line
If the helpline is engaged try:
Nottingham City Gateway: 0115 915 3000
Shelter: 0115 911 0990
Shelter Line: 24 hours on 0808 800 4444.
Refs 4 Pets: 0115 934 8487 if animals may be at risk and are a barrier to leaving.
14/01/2009 Nottinghamshire Domestic Violence Forum