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

All the clients who join our programmes go on a journey. By joining a programme, they are taking steps to move forward with their lives. Read Lucy's story here > lotus-families.org.uk/about-us/client-stories/ #LotusFamilies

As part of one of our programmes, Storm received 1:1 IDVA support. Read her full story here > lotus-families.org.uk/about-us/client-stories/ #LotusFamilies

Have Your Say: The Victims' Survey 2024 is Here! 💬

Are you a victim of crime in the past three years? Whether or not you reported it to the police, your voice matters. The Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, Baroness Newlove, is conducting her annual Victim Survey from ...25th November to 31st December 2024, and this is your chance to make a difference.

🌟 Why Take Part?
This unique survey covers all crime types and every stage of the criminal justice system. It’s a vital opportunity to ensure victims’ voices are heard and to help shape meaningful change.

🕒 Quick and Easy:
The survey is anonymous and takes just 15 minutes to complete.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Who Can Participate?

• Victims aged 16 and over
• Living in England or Wales
• Experienced a crime in the past 3 years

Your experiences are powerful, and sharing them can lead to better support and services for victims in the future.

👉 Take the survey today and help create change! https://eu.research.net/r/OVC24

Let’s make sure every victim's voice is heard. 🙌 #VictimsSurvey2024 #YourVoiceMatters #LotusFamilies

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Victims' Survey 2024

Share your views on the criminal justice system in the Victims' Survey for England and Wales 2024

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You can show your support for the #WhiteRibbonDay which was yesterday and kicks off 16 days of activism against gender based violence by wearing a white ribbon - it could spark a really important conversation. Watch the video here > https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wrd24 #LotusFamilies

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White Ribbon Day 2024 — White Ribbon UK

White Ribbon Day : 25 November Together we can prevent violence against women and girls. It starts with men: Violence against women and girls is...

www.whiteribbon.org.uk

Today is #WhiteRibbonDay - we're committed to changing the story for women. We want them to live a life free from the fear of abuse. Find out more about the day here > https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wrd24 #LotusFamilies

Lotus Families provides comprehensive support with specialist practitioners and trained peer supporters to guide families through recovery. #LotusFamilies

Do you know someone who would benefit from our support? Find out more about us here > lotus-families.org.uk/about-us/ #LotusFamilies

Our Child / Adolescent to Parent Violence / Abuse Programme is an 8 week programme and it also includes tailored 1-1 support where needed. Find out more about it here: lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #LotusFamilies

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