Emergency Accommodation - Refuge

 

The Haven has 5 refuges across the City of Wolverhampton, which can accommodate a maximum of 46 women and up to 100 children at any one time.The refuges provide provide high standard quality accommodation in safe, secure locations, with twenty-four hour staff support, and include children's playgrounds and facilities for disabled residents.

Eligibility Criteria

Emergency accommodation at The Haven is for homeless and vulnerable women aged 16 or over who meet the criteria below.

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Applicants must be:

  • Homeless as a result of Domestic Violence
  • Homeless women and children
  • Those whose mental health has been affected by Domestic Violence
  • Without conviction for arson
  • Able to agree to follow the Haven License Agreement (Housing Rules) at all times
  • Drug users and/or Alcohol users must be on a supported programme

"I am very grateful to The Haven, I was a victim of Domestic Violence 10 years ago, I am now happy, I have a good job and I am happily married." (website feedback)

Read about The Haven's Specilaist Refuge supporting women experiencing Ill Mental Health

The Haven Wolverhampton Emergency Accommodation service receives funding from the Supporting People Programme

 

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