Samuel’s storySamuel’s story* “The beach is my happy place” Samuel came to refuge after witnessing domestic abuse at home. He was…
Alya’s story“Thank you for listening, understanding and showing compassion.” Alya and her 3-month-old son were referred to Fortalice after being removed…
Joe’s story*“I don’t know what I would have done this weekend if I hadn’t have spoken to you first. I would…
Jemma’s storyJemma met Niall when she was 15. The relationship was controlling from the very start. “From day one things weren’t…
Elsie’s* storyI associated a refuge with women who had been beaten up. But now I know you can be beaten up…
Helen’s* Story“I can look out of the window now.” Helen was trapped in an abusive relationship. Her partner, Mark, controlled everything…