50 Stories | 50 Years
Welcome to our website. The Haven Wolverhampton provides practical and emotional support for women and children who have been subjected to Domestic Abuse, and women who are at risk of homelessness. To commemorate our Jubilee year, we have been gathering stories from people who have been positively impacted over the last 50 years, by the work we do here at The Haven! Thank you to all who have responded to our call for stories so far. If you have a Haven story or feel inspired by any of the stories shared below, it is not too late to share. Find out more here.
Megan’s Story
At the height of fame for this star from BBC's The Voice, no one knew that off the stage and behind closed doors, Megan Reece was a survivor whose talent had been overshadowed by the dark clouds of an abusive relationship for years. She shares her compelling story of...
Carolyn’s Story
In a heartwarming showcase of corporate responsibility, Carolyn Smith, the Managing Director of Wolverhampton-based design agency TPSquared, shares the inspiring journey of their four-year partnership with The Haven Wolverhampton, illuminating the power of creativity...
Tracey’s Story
Reflecting on her childhood, Tracey Secker recalls striving to please and conform, and internalising hurtful phrases like "Children should be seen and not heard" and "You talk too much," which shaped her path in life. Her journey, marked by verbal abuse, threats, and...
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The emotional cost of leaving: Understanding the barriers survivors face
Leaving an abusive relationship is a courageous act with profound emotional costs. This post explores the challenges survivors face, emphasising the need for understanding and support in recognising abuse, coping with grief, guilt, fear, depression, and overcoming trauma.
The financial cost of leaving: Understanding the barriers survivors face
Financial barriers to leaving abusive relationships are too often ignored. By shedding light on these challenges – loss of income, relocation expenses, legal fees – we aim to inspire collective action to debunk myths and dismantle these barriers.
Safeguarding: Understanding Financial Abuse
Helping you understand the meaning of financial abuse, its prevalence, and current safety measures and support available. We also share the stories of Aoife* who we supported here at The Haven, and Sarah* who appeared on This Morning to share her story.
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