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Domestic abuse victims reassured help is still available
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN) would like to reassure victims and survivors of domestic abuse that we will maintain the highest level of service possible during this challenging time. Alongside all our partners, including
Vital domestic abuse services receive extra funding boost from OPCCN
Victims and survivors of domestic abuse are continuing to get the vital support they need thanks to funding from the Office of Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk. The office continues to work closely with commissioned services to make sure the right help is out
PCC funding boost for local victim services to focus on children and older people
More than £600,000 is to be invested in Norfolk’s support services for people who have been affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence, thanks to extra funding secured by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN). The money will come on top
Resources for DASV professionals
Please find below some of our resources relating to domestic abuse and sexual violence: > 7-minute briefing: Older people and domestic abuse > 7-minute briefing: Coercion and control > 7-minute briefing: Honour-based abuse > 7-minute briefing: Intersectionality and safeguarding adults > Fire
Review highlights the importance of hearing the patient’s voice
domestic abuse not happening in older adults. The review recommendations form a multi-agency action plan that is overseen by the NCSP and NSAB to ensure that the lessons and recommendations are actioned and embedded to support and drive changes in practice
Scheme to help victims of domestic abuse access help is rolled out across Norfolk
*Please be aware that this service is no longer available* Victims of domestic abuse are being urged to use the code ‘Ask Ani’ at a number of pharmacies across Norfolk by the police, the Police and Crime Commissioner’s office, councils
Team supporting high-risk domestic violence survivors to grow thanks to PCC support
, Lorne Green has been working with Leeway Domestic Violence and Abuse Services to deliver an Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA) service for Norfolk. Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs) play a vital role in the county’s response to tackling domestic violence in the county
Norfolk’s PCC holds virtual meeting with domestic abuse providers
Norfolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has held a virtual meeting with specialist domestic abuse and sexual violence providers in Norfolk in a bid to offer continued reassurance and support in light of Covid-19. Supporting victims and reducing vulnerability continues to be one
Making a difference through the Covid-19 pandemic
themselves - contacted partners and commissioned services across Norfolk to assess how they could best help keep services flowing. From helping victims of domestic abuse or sexual violence, supporting those being targeted by scammers, assisting those at risk of exploitation or those determined to turn
Review highlights the male experience of domestic abuse services
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