Caithríona O’ Neill, Social Worker at Cuanlee Refuge highlights the various forms of domestic abuse, giving examples of each. Domestic abuse and violence can occur in a number of ways, but all are damaging and there is no excuse for any form of abusive behaviour.
Bernadette Hickey, Social Care Worker at Cuanlee Refuge illustrates why it is so difficult to leave an abusive relationship.
We often hear people saying, “why don’t they just leave?“, however, breaking the cycle of abuse is never that simple.
Mary Cullinane, Assistant Manager of Cuanlee Refuge describes Coercive Control. Highlighting how to spot the signs for if you or someone you know is experiencing it.
Caithríona O’Neill speaks with the Cork Independent, about large numbers of domestic abuse suffers who do not report the crime.
Highlighting some of the many reasons, like fear of losing their children or homelessness.
However, there are many supports available from Cuanlee to assist.
Mary Cullinane, Assistant Manager of Cuanlee Refuge explains Family Violence.
Jennifer Murphy of Cuanlee Refuge highlights how the team has adapted the service under the Covid-19 restrictions. Ensuring the needs of women and children experiencing domestic abuse were met during this difficult time. Jennifer has been meticulous in collecting the data to accurately quantify the impact of Covid-19.
Jennifer Murphy of Cuanlee Refuge gives an outline of the services available here at Cuanlee and what to expect on admission or when you first make contact with our service.
