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Explore our directory of women’s centres and specialised services available in Wiltshire.
At the National Women’s Justice Coalition, we are committed to ensuring that every woman and girl involved with the criminal justice system receives access to high-quality, trauma-informed, and gender-specific services. Each organisation listed on the Women’s Services Map has been thoroughly reviewed and validated by the NWJC, with regular updates to maintain accuracy and relevance.
Women’s Centres inWiltshire
This directory highlights women’s centres in Wiltshire that provide a variety of specialized services tailored to meet the diverse needs of women and girls.
Services offered may include community support groups, clinics, programs, drop-ins, self-help workshops, prison-based and outreach services, as well as personalized casework support. These centres aim to address a range of support needs, such as Accommodation, Behavioural Support, Domestic Abuse, Education, Training and Employment, Family, Parenting and Relationships, Finance, Benefit and Debt, Mental Health, Peer to Peer, Perinatal, Physical Health & Wellbeing, Sexual Violence and Exploitation, Substance Misuse and Volunteering.
Click on each Centre’s name to learn more about their unique offerings and the specialized support they provide.
Nelson Trust Women’s Centre – Swindon
The Nelson Trust Women’s Centre offers a trauma informed, gender responsive safe space where women can come and get the support they need. We see a woman within the context of her life.Support for women in Wiltshire with Accommodation challenges
These specialised accommodation services offer support to women in temporary or insecure housing situations, as well as those facing homelessness, including sofa surfing. Some services may also assist in securing safe, approved housing or affordable accommodation.
Women’s Centre Support
Support available at the Nelson Trust Women’s Centre will be tailored to meet the needs of the woman.Support for women in Wiltshire with Behavioural Support challenges
Behavioural support services are dedicated to empowering women by building their confidence and offering practical tools to address challenges such as social anxiety and relationship issues. These services also aid women and girls in cultivating emotional coping strategies and adopting positive social behaviours.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Domestic Abuse challenges
Women and girls facing domestic violence and abuse can find crucial support through services designed to address the physical, emotional, financial, and logistical effects of abuse. These services provide a structured approach to safety, escape from abusive relationships, and rebuilding a life free from fear.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Education, Training and Employment challenges
Services dedicated to supporting women and girls with accessing and engaging in education, training, or employment opportunities play a crucial role in helping them transition from prison. These services assist with finding paid and voluntary work, managing unemployment, and navigating the challenges of disclosing criminal convictions to re-enter the job market or educational settings.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Family, Parenting and Relationships challenges
Designed to support women in managing their caring and parenting responsibilities as well as interpersonal relationships, these specialist services address the challenges associated with family, partners, friends, and colleagues. The programmes aim to provide guidance and assistance in navigating these complex relationships.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Finance, Benefit and Debt challenges
Many women face stress, anxiety, and difficulty related to their finances, benefits, and debt. Specialist services in finance, benefits, and debt management provide essential support, including financial advice, debt relief solutions, assistance with benefit entitlements, and referrals to professional advice and support schemes to help alleviate financial hardship.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Mental Health challenges
Women and girls dealing with poor mental health, including anxiety, depression, or self-harm, require specialist intervention. Services offer access to mental health professionals, counselling, and therapeutic support. They help develop personalised care plans, facilitate crisis management, and refer women to suitable services to improve mental health outcomes and overall wellness.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Peer to Peer challenges
Peer-to-peer and mentoring services are instrumental in empowering women by linking those with similar experiences in the criminal justice system. These services offer valuable opportunities for women to engage in volunteer work or find paid employment, fostering connection and personal growth.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Perinatal challenges
For women who are pregnant, new mothers, or have babies and toddlers under two, obtaining appropriate antenatal, postnatal, and perinatal support is vital. Specialist services cater to those separated from their children, involved with children’s social care, and pregnant women in prison or in mother and baby units, including those at risk of removal.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Physical Health & Wellbeing challenges
Maintaining physical health and wellbeing is crucial for women to heal, grow, and thrive. These women’s centres and specialist services are dedicated to helping women and girls build and sustain healthy habits. They offer support in improving fitness, engaging in exercise, practising mindfulness and self-care, ensuring balanced eating and sleeping, and enjoying fulfilling hobbies and activities, all while promoting self-worth.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Sexual Violence and Exploitation challenges
Specialist support services are vital for women and girls who have suffered or are suffering from sexual violence and exploitation. These services address the complex physical, emotional, financial, and logistical impacts of abuse. They offer assistance to survivors of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation, and those involved in or leaving sex work to help them rebuild their lives without fear and intimidation.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Substance Misuse challenges
These services are designed to support women and girls dealing with addiction, drug, alcohol, or substance dependency. They offer assistance for those undergoing cessation or intervention treatments, recovering from addiction, or experiencing issues with drugs, alcohol, or unsafe substances. Support is also available for individuals identifying as recovering addicts.
Support for women in Wiltshire with Volunteering challenges
Engaging in volunteer work allows women and girls to contribute to worthwhile community projects while developing new skills and experiences. Volunteering helps them build professional networks, meet new people, and access training and personal development resources. It also offers potential pathways to gainful employment.