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Dealing with an abuser can be frightening and overwhelming. We understand how daunting it can be to face things like court or legal services and having one of our trained advocacy workers to go with you to the relevant services or appointments.

You don’t have to face this alone.

We can arrange for an advocate to accompany you to relevant services such as the court service, legal aid / solicitor appointments, the Gardaí Síochana and other agencies.

“I could finally see what I had been in and more than anything else I felt respected and believed. I also got incredible support during my legal case – which felt like I had a midwife with me as I moved into a new part of my life.”

Court accompaniment

Making applications for orders under domestic abuse legislation can be stressful. Sometimes, the legal court system with its unfamilar language and procedures, can be intimidating.

You may avail of our court accompaniment service for any of the following reasons, which require a visit to court:

  • Application for a protection, barring, safety, custody and/or maintenance order.
  • Breach of orders granted by the court.
  • Family court hearing for barring, safety, custody, maintenance order.
  • Criminal court hearing for assault charges against a spouse/partner.
  • Family court hearing for judicial separation or divorce.

On the day of your court hearing, our advocacy worker will:

  • Provide emotional support, both before, during and after the court proceedings.
  • Support you as you face your abusive partner on the day.
  • Clarify legal terminology for you.
  • Help you to come to terms with the decision of the court.
  • Identify safety measures for you and your children following the court hearing.

Contact Us

091 866740

  • You can also reach us on 087 773 7957 and 087 164 6454
  • If you are in immediate danger, please contact the Gardaí on 999
  • 24 Hour telephone support is available from Women’s Aid on 1800 341 900

A list of support services and refuges throughout Ireland is available on Safe Ireland’s website. Click here for more information https://www.safeireland.ie/get-help/where-to-find-help/

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One-to-one support

Support ranges from providing information on your options to counselling sessions.

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Children and Parents

DVR can advise you on the different supports and services that are available for your children.

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Workshops

Support programmes specifically for women who have left their relationships.

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Mountain Road, Moycullen
Co. Galway H91 D9HD

Tel: 091 866740

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