FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you need to talk to someone or make an appointment for a one to one meeting you can ring 071 9141515 or 071- 9616844 between 10.00am & 5.00pm Monday to Friday

DO I HAVE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR A ONE TO ONE MEETING?
Yes. To keep the service confidential and safe for everybody, we do not provide a drop- in service. We will offer you an appointment at a time and place that is safe for you.

DO I HAVE TO PAY?
No. All our services are free.

WILL ANYONE KNOW I HAVE CONTACTED YOU?
Our service is completely confidential. We will not contact anyone about you, or on your behalf, without your permission.

HOW LONG CAN I USE THE SERVICE?
For as long as you need to, there is no time limit.

IS YOUR SERVICE ONLY FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO LEAVE THEIR HUSBAND / PARTNER?
No. All women are welcome to use our service, including women who stay in the relationship. Our main concern is for your safety and we respect your experiences and the choices you make about how to stay safe.

I’VE ALREADY LEFT MY PARTNER/HUSBAND; CAN I STILL USE YOUR SERVICE?
Yes, women who have left a relationship often feel more unsafe and vulnerable than before. We can support you to keep safe and to rebuild your life.

I CAN’T GET TO YOUR SERVICE OR AN OUTREACH APPOINTMENT BECAUSE OF LACK OF TRANSPORT, WHAT CAN I DO?
We can arrange to meet with you at a place of your choice, which you can get to and where you will be safe and comfortable.

MY CHILDREN WILL NEED TO BE MINDED WHEN I AM ACCESSING YOUR SERVICE, WHAT CAN I DO?
Ring us to explain the problem and we will try to help you to find a solution.

WHAT ADVICE WILL YOU GIVE ME?
That depends on what has been happening to you and what you want to do about it. It is important that all the choices you make are your own, because you know better than anyone what will make you unsafe. We will listen to you, provide you with information and offer you support while you make your decision.

I’M TOO FRIGHTENED TO CONTACT YOU, WHAT CAN I DO?
We understand how frightening and risky it can be to tell anyone and look for help. Our service is confidential and your safety is always our concern.

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News & Recent Posts

Information Session for Service Providers working with migrant women who are experiencing gender based violence- Sept 9th 2010

This is a half day information session on the rights and entitlements of migrant women who are experiencing gender based violence.

Cosc – Stopping Domestic Violence Together - The Public Service Response- Sept 15th 2010

Domestic Violence Advocacy Service, Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan
are holding a seminar on the new National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence

On Wednesday 15th September 2pm – 5pm in The Education Centre, Sligo IT

Key note speaker – Eimear Fisher, Director of Cosc, the National Office for the Prevention of Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence

PRESS RELEASE – Demand for refuge never higher, but women in Sligo still have no place to go.

The Domestic Violence Advocacy Service, has expressed concern about the numbers of women seeking refuge who have to return home to abusive husbands or partners because there is nowhere for them to go. The service, which provides services to women experiencing domestic violence living in Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan, received 11 requests in June from women seeking to leave their homes to access safety. Five women returned home to face further violence and abuse because DVAS were unable to access any safe or suitable accommodation for them. In one case, a woman experiencing ongoing physical violence, asked DVAS to find her a place in a refuge. The only refuge space available on the day was in the South East of the country and the woman had to return home to her husband who is daily increasing his threats and violence.

If I told you that I'm a victim of Domestic Violence ............. (audio)

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Relationship Checklist

A quick and easy check list for the signs of an abusive relationship.