Older victims of domestic abuse are often hidden from services and too frightened or dont know how to reach out for help. We support DA Friends to Listen to those impacted by domestic abuse, Link them to support and Lend a hand to raise awareness in their communities, and running support groups.
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Reducing the Risk of Domestic Abuse high risk service has seen an uptick in older clients from 2% to 10%. Older victims are often hidden from services, especially in rural communities.The Joint Strategic Needs Assessment and The Joint Strategic Intelligence Analysis demonstrated that Oxfordshire is the most rural part of the Thames Valley, that we have a growing older population.
DA Friends forge links within our local rural communities and provide ongoing support to local groups and individuals so that they, in turn, have the confidence to raise local awareness, reach out safely, reduce isolation, and if victims wish support them to access advice and support. We will prioritise increasing the opportunity for victims particularly older victims to talk to people they trust about what is happening and for neighbours and friends to know what to do if they suspect abuse.