Domestic abuse support in Jamaica
For people experiencing or leaving abuse at home. Your safety comes first. Talk with people in Jamaica who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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From people who came through it
“When I was in the refuge I thought I'd never feel normal again. The first few weeks are the hardest. You don't have to have it all figured out. Just get through today. And if you can't, get through the next hour. That's enough. I still have bad days but they're not every day anymore. You will laugh again. I promise.”
Bo O · been through domestic abuse“If you've just found this place, I was in the same place this time last year. For me, left with two bags and the kids. This year I did a 5k, slowly. The bad days get further apart. You're not on your own.”
autumn.chai58 · been through domestic abuse“I know it feels impossible right now. I left with my two kids and spent six weeks in a refuge, and I still love him, which makes no sense. But you are not stupid for feeling that. Take the help that is offered, even if it feels like too much. And if you can, find one person who gets it. It makes the days a little less heavy.”
Eric P · been through domestic abuse“If you've just found this place, I was where you are nearly four years ago. The worst part was still loving him which confuses me. These days I mostly feel like me. It comes back so slowly you don't notice until one day you do. Hang on.”
Javi S · been through domestic abuse