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Hello everyone!
I really want to help raise funds for an amazing local charity that runs a lifeline for victims of domestic violence as it has revealed its concern that the small community based charity's funding comes to an end in September, with the future uncertain for its six members of staff.
Preston Domestic Violence Services (PDVS) runs a vital helpline, Hope Services and Outreach Service to support victims affected by domestic violence and abuse.
PDVS does not receive support from the local authority, they rely on grants and fundraising to run their services. They are desperately searching for funds to continue their support beyond September so the challenge for the forthcoming year is to secure funding so that they can maintain their services and meet the ever-increasing demand.
''Ironically, for some women who had managed to flee just before the lockdown, the situation has helped them because their abuser has to stay in due to lockdown rules. This has given some women breathing space to be able to focus on themselves. The kids are not in school so they can't be confronted on the school run - we are all at home being more safe."
However since the outbreak of COVID-19, other victims are facing more harassment as they are isolated in their own homes with their perpetrator as they are not in work and has more time on their hands.
"Every woman has had a different experience."
PDVS are here for victims by offering a confidential service that is free to everyone. In the last financial year they took 667 calls on the helpline, while the Hope Services provided support to 124 victims.
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