[TinyT23]

Hi all, I’m brand new here and absolutely pulling my hair out searching for the correct support for my 12yo DD (and myself)

DD witnessed an incident where my dad (her grandad) physically attack me. It was disgusting and traumatising.

School, GP, nurse, SW, Police all involved but no one is actually supporting her (us)

Has anyone had similar experience that can help?

Thanks x

[Jomrrl]

I hope you are okay? That sounds really tough for everyone. Might Women’s Aid be a helpful first contact and they are good at triaging and unlocking further support. Take care of yourself x

[Marissa]

Hi Tiny,

Just wanted to check in and see how you and your DD are coping now? I would also suggest Women’s Aid as first point of contact for support with this. Were you able to contact them and get some support?

Your daughter could also contact Childline for some immediate support to have someone supportively listen to her.
https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/contacting-childline/

Some schools have a counselling service, it’s worth asking what support is available but unfortunately it varies a lot between different schools and local authorities.

I hope you are also getting the support you need and are safe. Although we don’t offer specialised support for domestic abuse you can also contact our helpline by phone or webchat to have a supportive person to listen to you and possibly offer further signposting – Call the Lone Parent Helpline on 0808 801 0323

Marissa

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