Welcome to Lotus Families: one-to-one & group support for women affected by domestic abuse
Lotus Families is a small, women-centred charity based in East Sussex, dedicated to the prevention of abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG), and supporting survivors on their journey to long-term recovery. For 30 years, we have specialised in working with women and their children, delivering trauma-informed services through a team that includes practitioners with lived experience of domestic abuse.
We provide holistic, specialist support through both one-to-one and group based recovery programmes. Our approach focuses on early intervention, prevention and empowering women to rebuild their lives, strengthen resilience and create safer, healthier futures for themselves and their families.
Our mission is to break cycles of abuse and foster a society free from violence. We achieve this by offering trauma-informed prevention, recovery, advocacy, and education for women, children, and families.
We envision a world where women, children, and families can create resilient, abuse-free futures, living safely, with dignity, self-determination, and hope.
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.
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Some days feel easier than others. There may be setbacks, uncertainty and moments when progress is hard to recognise. Recovery from domestic abuse takes time and there is no single way to move forward. Every journey deserves patience, understanding and support.
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Some days feel easier than others. There may be setbacks, uncertainty and moments when progress is hard to recognise. Recovery from domestic abuse takes time and there is no single way to move forward. Every journey deserves patience, understanding and support.
#lotusfamilies
Shorter days and more time indoors can feel isolating for people living with or recovering from domestic abuse. A thoughtful message or listening ear can help someone feel less alone.
Find out more about us: https://lotus-families.org.uk/about-us/
#lotusfamilies
Shorter days and more time indoors can feel isolating for people living with or recovering from domestic abuse. A thoughtful message or listening ear can help someone feel less alone.
Find out more about us: https://lotus-families.org.uk/about-us/
#lotusfamilies
If someone tells you they are experiencing domestic abuse, you do not need to have all the answers. Listen without judgement. Believe them. Avoid pressuring them to make decisions before they are ready. A compassionate conversation can help someone feel less alone.
You could let them knowRead more about us and our groups: https://lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/
#lotusfamilies
If someone tells you they are experiencing domestic abuse, you do not need to have all the answers. Listen without judgement. Believe them. Avoid pressuring them to make decisions before they are ready. A compassionate conversation can help someone feel less alone.
You could let them knowRead more about us and our groups: https://lotus-families.org.uk/getting-help/
#lotusfamilies
Children do not have to witness an incident of domestic abuse directly to be affected by it. Living with fear, tension or uncertainty can affect their wellbeing. Supporting families to rebuild stability, confidence and trust is an important part of recovery.
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Children do not have to witness an incident of domestic abuse directly to be affected by it. Living with fear, tension or uncertainty can affect their wellbeing. Supporting families to rebuild stability, confidence and trust is an important part of recovery.
#lotusfamilies
Domestic abuse is not always something you can see. It can include constant criticism, financial control, isolation from friends or fear of someone’s reaction. Recognising these behaviours matters.
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