After years of living in fear, Julie* is now living in a new home following support from Eastlight’s Intervention and Enforcement Team.
They acted following a referral from Julie’s local authority. With the help of local domestic abuse charity Next Chapter, the survivor had already gained support to prevent the perpetrator from communicating with them through a non-molestation order. Yet, despite this, the perpetrator continued to instil fear.
The team investigated the history of the relationship between Julie and the perpetrator after Essex Police told them they had received several reports of domestic abuse over a number of years. With this and other clear evidence from partner agencies, a plan was made to move Julie into a new home.
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Finding the right home, away from the area, can take a bit of time.
Until then, we offered to install extra security measures to help Julie feel safer in her home. We also worked closely with various partners to ensure the family were supported and safe in their current home.
Five months later, Eastlight’s Lettings Team had sourced a new home for the family in a suitable location. After feeling like a move would never happen, Julie was thankful for moving into their new home and thanked the team for their support.
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*We have changed Julie's name to protect her anonymity.
