Bedfordshire Domestic Violence Partnership - Working together to reduce domestic violence

Freedom programme

Two hours a week that could change your life............

What is it?

The FREEDOM programme is a 12 week rolling programme.

This means that you can join at any point - the benefits are the same so long as you complete the 12 weeks.

Who is it for?

The programme is open to any woman who wishes to learn more about the reality of domestic violence & abuse.

Where is it?

The FREEDOM programme is currently being run at several community venues near you.

What are its aims?

  • To help women to understand the beliefs held by abusive men and in so doing, recognise which of these beliefs they have shared.
  • To illustrate the effects of domestic violence on children.
  • To assist women to recognise potential future abusers.
  • To help women gain self-esteem and the confidence to improve the quality of their lives.
  • To introduce women to community resources such as Women's Aid, the Police Domestic Violence Units, Solicitors, Counsellors, Housing Options Services.

All Programmes are free and a creche will be provided.

For more information regarding the Freedom Programme contact

Home-Start Central Bedfordshire
201 Vandyke Rd
Leighton Buzzard
Beds LU7 3HS

Please Call: 01525 374656

or email: info@christianfamilycare.org.uk

or visit our website:  www.homestartsouthbeds.org.uk