Opoka DV Service for Polish Women and Children in the UK

Overview of service

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Opoka is a Polish voluntary organisation set up in the UK as part of a pilot run by Chrysalis Supported Association Ltd. Opoka helps and supports Polish women and children who are experiencing the devastating and damaging consequences of Domestic Violence and Abuse and who are often as a result suffering in isolation without knowing who to turn to, or how and where to seek help.

Our Services:
-practical and emotional support
-safe accommodation
-counselling
-therapeutic programs for women and children

Eligibility criteria

Eastern European

Area(s) covered

• Bristol
• South Gloucestershire
• BANES
• North Somerset
• Somerset

Contact information

• Telephone: The freephone for Polish Women: 0300 365 1700 English Freephone: 01174270012
• Email: info@opoka.org.uk
• Website: www.opoka.org.uk

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

This organisation can help you with

• Counselling
• Domestic Abuse
• Emotional Support
• Legal processes
• Personal Safety advice
• Shelter and Accommodation