All about a safe haven
What is a women's refuge?
A refuge is a safe place where you and your children can stay without fear and with a support network in place to assist you with the next steps in your life. Our refuge in Dacorum offers support, help and advice but more importantly, somewhere safe to stay for you and your children. This secure temporary accommodation offers a breathing space where decisions can be made free from pressure and fear. You can stay in the refuge whether or not you have children.
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Our six bedroom detached house with a large playroom is clean, pleasant, comfortable and friendly. The Borough of Dacorum covers Kings Langley, Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, Tring and surrounding villages.
Where is Sanctuary House?
Sanctuary House is located in the borough of Dacorum, Hertfordshire.
for more information see - about us.
How can I find the exact location and address of Sanctuary House?
YOU CAN'T: The address and specific location of Sanctuary House is strictly confidential to maintain the safety of our residents and staff.
How can I stay at Sanctuary House?
We cannot guarantee that there will be space at Sanctuary House, Call the helpline (08 088 088 088 10am to 8pm Mon to Friday or the 24hr helpline on 0808 2000 247). They will then call you back on a safe number to confirm which refuge you can stay at and make all the necessary arrangements.
What do I need to bring with me to the refuge?
If you are in danger leave quickly and we will take care of you.
If you are not in immediate danger, consider bringing along as many of the following items as you can: Bank books / cheque books / credit cards / money, including some change for taxis and telephone.
Spare set of keys - home / car / work.
Clothes for you and your children (to last a week).
Benefit books (income support / housing benefit / child benefit, etc).
Identification documents (as many of the following as possible; marriage and birth certificates / court orders / national health numbers / national insurance. numbers / passports / driving licence (and registration) / custody documents (if applicable) - for you and your children.
Medicines and prescriptions for you and your children, including any immunization records
Visa / work permit.
Address book and telephone numbers.
Favourite toys and personal items of sentimental value.
House papers - mortgage details / insurance / deeds etc.
Photograph of your abuser to help identify him later.
Make arrangements for any pets you may have. |
