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
Thank you to our Wealden Waitrose partners
HSES welcomes a Boardroom Apprentice
Natwest supports domestic abuse survivors in partnership with SafeLives
Thank you to our Wealden Waitrose partners
HSES welcomes a Boardroom Apprentice
Our Domestic Abuse Recovery programme, with one-to-one IDVA support is designed for women (born female at birth, 16+) who have experienced intimate partner violence and have now left their perpetrator. There's more about it here > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #lotusfamilies
People often learn from us, and each other's shared experiences, on our Child/Adolescent to Parent Violence/Abuse Programme. Find out more about it here > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #LotusFamilies
Happy New Year! A reminder that you can get in touch with us here > www.lotus-families.org.uk/ #LotusFamilies
If you're thinking of making that first step, we're here to help. Our groups offer solidarity and practical support. Find out more here > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #LotusFamilies
Domestic violence increases around the festive period. If you're worried about someone you know, here's how you can support them > lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/ #LotusFamilies
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
Share your views on the criminal justice system in the Victims' Survey for England and Wales 2024
eu.research.netYou 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
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