Clare Haven Refuge comprises six family ensuite units. Women and children are able to access the refuge in the knowledge that their safety is our paramount concern. The refuge provides not only a safe environment, but also one of comfort and support, while giving each women the dignity that she is entitled to.

Each woman coming into the refuge receives one-on-one support. A careplan is drawn up with her to look at her practical needs such as housing, social welfare, schools for children, etc. As well as her practical needs she also receives emotional support from our experienced staff. An early years service runs for two sessions every weekday. There are occasional evening and weekend activities for children and young people throughout the year.

Clare Haven staff work tirelessly to support women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse, and all support work is carried with the knowledge and permission of the women. At all times, it is the woman who decides what is best for her and for her children. If needed, a staff member will accompany a woman to court, legal aid, social welfare etc.

The transitional houses are offered to women who have accessed the Refuge and are ready to live on their own with minimal support from Clare Haven, but who cannot return to their own homes. The transitional house is a step-down out of refuge to accommodate a woman and children as they endeavour to move on to live independently, again with the help in accessing accommodation through Clare Haven Services