Women's Support Group 

We currently run two support groups for women who are experiencing domestic violence, or who have been through it in the past. The groups run in Chapeltown and in Burley, one morning and one evening per week.  

The groups are relaxed, informal places where women have the chance to meet others who have been through similar experiences. Group members share stories, support one another, plan safety, and learn about how patterns of abuse and control work. The groups are facilitated by two experienced LWA workers who also provide advice, signposting and referrals to further support.

Many women have worries and doubts about coming to the group for the first time. If this is the case, please call our worker on 07776 228 196 for a chat.

We asked group members what they would say to anyone who is unsure about coming to the group for the first time - here is what they said:

“I was very nervous the first meeting I went to, not knowing what to expect or how people would react to what I had to say about the abuse. Looking back I shouldn’t have been worried because I was made so welcome & my only regret is that I didn’t know about Women’s Aid 35 years ago.”

 
“If you do not want to talk that is fine, no one in the group will think anything, just listen and speak when you feel ready, or ask any questions, we will all be open to give our thoughts / experiences.”

 
“Everyone has been there so it’s ok to cry, to tell it at its worst. No one judges you, especially if you feel you are going backwards sometimes. Genuine support is there. We laugh at the grimmest things together!”

 
“Come in, don’t be afraid. The first time is a bit difficult but the second time is much easier – it’s just walking through that door. We’ve all experienced something – no one’s going to patronise you.”

If you would like to refer yourself to the group, or if you are an agency wanting to refer a woman you are working with, please call our main helpline on 0113 246 0401 (7 days a week), or our groups facilitator on 07776 228 196 (Mon, Tue, Wed).

Click here to view  our service user's response to our recent feedback questionnaire

Group session times:       Tuesdays           10.00 a.m.  -  12 p.m.

                                                Wednesdays      5.00 p.m.  -  7.00  p.m.

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You can always call the helpline number on 0113 246 0401.

For further details phone or text our worker on 0777 622 8196.