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Here is a comprehensive list of supports available for domestic abuse victims in West Cork:

These resources provide a range of support including helplines, counseling, legal advice, emergency assistance, and specialized services for victims of domestic abuse in West Cork.

Local Services and Organizations

  1. West Cork Women Against Violence Project (WCWAV)

National Services

  1. Women's Aid
    • Provides a national freephone helpline, support, and information for women experiencing domestic abuse.
    • Helpline: 1800 341 900
    • Email: info@womensaid.ie
    • Website: womensaid.ie
  2. Safe Ireland
    • Network of domestic violence services providing support and advocacy.
    • Website: safeireland.ie
  3. Amen (Men’s Aid Ireland)

Legal and Counseling Services

  1. Mná Feasa
  2. Family Law Legal Aid Services
    • Legal support for victims of domestic abuse seeking legal advice or protection orders.
    • Contact through local Citizens Information Centre or legal aid board.

Helplines and Emergency Services

  1. Garda Síochána (Irish Police)
    • Immediate assistance in cases of domestic violence.
    • Emergency number: 999 or 112
  2. Samaritans Ireland
    • Provides emotional support for those in distress, including victims of domestic abuse.
    • Helpline: 116 123
    • Website: samaritans.org

Health and Wellbeing Services

  1. HSE Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (DSGBV) Services
    • Offers medical and psychological support for victims of domestic violence.
    • Contact through local health office or hospital.
  2. Cork Sexual Violence Centre

Additional Resources

  1. Citizens Information Centre
    • Offers information and advice on legal rights, housing, and social welfare for domestic abuse victims.
    • Website: citizensinformation.ie