The Domestic Abuse Act is clear that children are also victims of domestic abuse and this can be from witnessing abuse.
If you are concerned about a child experiencing domestic abuse, please visit the Council websites at Children's social care | Cambridgeshire County Council or Children and families | Peterborough City Council
Embrace Child Victims of Crime provide support to young people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have been the victim of any type of crime including domestic abuse and sexual violence. Support available includes emotional and practical, support as well as advocacy and counselling. The counselling is available to young people aged 13-19 (or up to age 24 with special needs) who have been victims of, or witnessed domestic abuse or sexual violence. Referrals must be made by a professional but you can ask any professional working with you or your family to refer your child. Children must be safe from the perpetrator of abuse for the referral to be accepted.
Unsure whether your relationship is Domestic Abuse or Relationship Conflict?
You may find yourself with a gut feeling that something isn’t right in your relationship, or you may wonder whether the behaviours you are experiencing from your partner or ex-partner are abusive. Domestic abuse and relationship conflict are very different (although can look similar). If you are affected by either it’s important to get the appropriate advice and support.
The Tool below can help to to identify if you are being subjected to domestic abuse.
CPSL Mind support groups for mums and dads
Pregnancy and parenthood is often imagined to be a time of great joy, happiness and excitement. However, the reality for many mums can be far from this whilst coping with changes in emotions, relationships, sleep, routine and other areas alongside physical changes.
CPSL Mind offer a range of services for women and men aged over 18 years old across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to support wellbeing during the perinatal period. You can find out more about each of these at Supporting Parents (cpslmind.org.uk)
Family Action also have a free Parent Helpline for confidential support and information 808 802 6666 or text 07537 404 282 (Mon-Fri 9am to 9pm)