Here we are on Day 5 of the #16Days Campaign, and we are introducing our #IRIS #Project.

IRIS is a general practice-based #DomesticViolenceAndAbuse (DVA) training, support and referral programme.

IRIS ensures that primary care practitioners can respond effectively to DVA and that specialist support is available for patients. The Advocate Educator provides training, specialist support and advocacy services for patients affected by abuse.

As women are most likely to be affected by DVA, the service primarily supports women (aged 16 and above) who are experiencing DVA from a current partner, ex-partner or adult family member. IRIS also recognises that abuse can happen to anyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation and the programme supports all patients affected by DVA including male survivors of DVA and survivors in LGBT relationships.

Call our #SafeToTalk #Helpline on 08001114998 for more information.

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Please donate: https://www.coventryhaven.co.uk/how-can-i-donate