Welcome to Lotus

We are a women-centred, independent local charity, specialising in the prevention and recovery of abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG) through one-to-one and group support. For nearly 30 years our primary service users have been women with children. Our services are designed and led by individuals who share the same lived experience.

Our goal is to prevent abuse and help victim-survivors as they navigate their path to healing and recovery.

While our main focus is on supporting women and their children, we're also equipped to assist the entire family in the prevention and recovery of abuse, and broader safeguarding concerns.

Our Services

We run various group and one-to-one services, online and in person. We're here to help you find the best way forward for you. Our services are designed with your well-being in mind.

We can also connect you with other services. Our team includes friendly dedicated specialists and trained peer supporters who are here to support you every step of the way.

Latest News

Natwest supports domestic abuse survivors in partnership with SafeLives

In 2021, a partnership between SafeLives and Natwest was set up to provide financial support to victims of abuse, and to help survivors move forward and promote recovery and resilience. Since then, we have gratefully received two grants from this partnership, which has enabled us to provide valuable extra financial support to our clients.

Thank you to our Wealden Waitrose partners

We would like to say a huge 'thank you' to Hailsham and Crowborough Waitrose stores for their generous donations to HSES Being Family Programme.

HSES welcomes a Boardroom Apprentice

An employee from the Pensions Regulator joins the HSES' Board of trustees as a Boardroom Apprentice. She brings with her a confidence in reading and explaining charity accounts and other financial information but does not have trustee or governance experience. 

Natwest supports domestic abuse survivors in partnership with SafeLives

In 2021, a partnership between SafeLives and Natwest was set up to provide financial support to victims of abuse, and to help survivors move forward and promote recovery and resilience. Since then, we have gratefully received two grants from this partnership, which has enabled us to provide valuable extra financial support to our clients.

Thank you to our Wealden Waitrose partners

We would like to say a huge 'thank you' to Hailsham and Crowborough Waitrose stores for their generous donations to HSES Being Family Programme.

HSES welcomes a Boardroom Apprentice

An employee from the Pensions Regulator joins the HSES' Board of trustees as a Boardroom Apprentice. She brings with her a confidence in reading and explaining charity accounts and other financial information but does not have trustee or governance experience. 

Social Media

Making friends at "Transforming Social Care with Technology" conference. Thank you to DI Chris White from Sussex Police Head of Cyber and Innovation for his presentation on cyber security and his advice around keeping on-line clients, home-based staff, and the charity safe.

You can connect with us by submitting an on-line referral form, leaving a phone message or email. Choose the option that feels most comfortable for you, and let's start the conversation > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #lotusfamilies

You can connect with us by submitting an on-line referral form, leaving a phone message or email. Choose the option that feels most comfortable for you, and let's start the conversation > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #lotusfamilies

We believe in person-centered care. Our support services are here to help families break free from the cycle of abuse. #LotusFamilies

We believe in person-centered care. Our support services are here to help families break free from the cycle of abuse.

It's great to hear that our Domestic Abuse Recovery programme is being passed on. #lotusfamilies

We are delighted to have been awarded Leading Light Accreditation from SafeLives🥳
Staff here at Lotus have worked exceptionally hard and we are so proud to have achieved this.

You are not alone. Lotus is here to support you. We can provide the support you need. See: lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/

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