Managed by Key Unlocking Futures, our refuges in South Ribble and Chorley are purpose built for women and children who are experiencing domestic violence or living in fear of a partner or family member.

We also manage the domestic abuse helpline for people South Ribble and Chorley.

 

What is domestic abuse?

It is the abuse of a partner within an intimate or family relationship and the use of intimidation to control someone. It can be physical, psychological, financial or sexual.

 

What should I do if someone I know is suffering domestic abuse?

If you are suffering from abuse at home or you know someone who is, please call our domestic abuse helpline to speak to an advisor in confidence on 01772 435865. The line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Alternatively you can use live chat to speak to someone, text us on 07790971237, available between 10 am and 4 pm, Monday to Friday, or email us at clarehouse@keycharity.org.uk

 

Please note that in life-threatening or dangerous situations you must always contact 999.

 

Covering your tracks

If you are concerned that your visit to this or other websites might be tracked by your partner, please visit the women's aid website for help.

  

Useful links

Women experiencing domestic abuse can also contact the National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247 to talk in strict confidence and to get advice.

Men experiencing domestic violence can contact the Men's Advice Line on 0808 801 0327.

Safenet
Shelter Legal England - Homelessness due to violence or domestic abuse
Womens Aid
South Ribble Council housing advice
Preston housing advice

   

 

Lancashire Refuges

 

Lancashire Refuges is our countywide domestic abuse support service in partnership with Fylde Coast Women’s Aid (FCWA), The Liberty Centre in West Lancs and Key Unlocking Futures in South Ribble and Chorley Women’s Refuge.

Together, we offer a wider level of immediate support to victims of domestic abuse with a single point of access to accept referrals from across Lancashire, in Burnley, Pendle, Lancaster, Preston, Wyre, Fylde, Leyland, Chorley and Skelmersdale.

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If you are currently living at a Progress Housing Group refuge or a homelessness scheme, please get in touch with your scheme for information about your tenancy.

  • The Bridge - 01257 261509
  • Foundations/INN2 - 01772 201179
  • Parker House - 01257 234564 
  • Women’s refuges - 01772 435865