IDVA
Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA)
Our Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs) provide specialist, trauma-informed support to people experiencing domestic abuse who are at risk of harm. Our accredited team works alongside individuals with compassion, respect, and understanding, helping them navigate their options, increase safety, and regain control over their lives.
We place each person's needs, choices, and wellbeing at the centre of our support, ensuring they feel heard, empowered, and informed every step of the way.
To make a referral, please complete the online referral form below.
How We Can Support
Our IDVA service offers a range of specialist support, including:
- Developing personalised safety and support plans tailored to individual needs and circumstances.
- Providing practical and emotional support when attending court hearings, legal appointments, and other key meetings.
- Supporting individuals to prepare evidence and victim impact statements at a pace that feels right for them.
- Offering specialist, non-judgemental support around substance use, recognising the impact of trauma and its relationship with coping strategies.
- Delivering culturally responsive support through our specialist BAME IDVA, ensuring services are inclusive and reflective of diverse experiences.
- Helping individuals improve the safety and security of their homes to increase stability and peace of mind.
- Offering emotional support and connecting clients with appropriate mental health, counselling, and therapeutic services.
- Working in partnership with children's services and other agencies to promote the safety and wellbeing of children and families through a trauma-informed and non-blaming approach.
Adult Initial Referral
This referral form is the first step in accessing support services. It helps us understand immediate needs, assess risk, and ensure appropriate safeguarding and support are put in place as quickly as possible.
Adult Initial Referral Form
Op Provide IDVA (working alongside police)
How an OP Provide IDVA can help
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We also provide an Over 55's specialist IDVA service, Open doors. Part of the IDVA service is building a trusting relationship and part of this is ensuring confidentiality.
Confidentiality is of upmost importance to The Wish Centre to maximise your safety. We will support you in deciding the next steps, whether that is reporting incidents to the police, safety planning or housing advice.