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The Sunflower Project
The Sunflower Project opened a centre of Hemel in
2004, in response to the high number of incidents of domestic
violence in Dacorum.
Social workers, health workers and police officers
trained in domestic violence will work together under one roof
in the heart of the community to provide a rapid, co-ordinated
response for victims of Domestic Violence (Helpline 08088 088
088)/Hate Crime and rape. Trained workers from well known charities
like Relate (marriage guidance) and Victim Support will also work
in the same building. This is called a “multi-agency approach”
and means that victims will not be shuttled from one place to
another or one agency to another as the case is investigated.
Cases will be dealt with quickly and efficiently. Quiet rooms
will be provided in which to offer support, advice and a comfortable,
confidential place to interview vulnerable victims and witnesses.
A crèche and a comfortable bedroom and bathroom will also
be provided to allow victims to rest and recover.
The overall aim of the Sunflower Project is to provide
a drop-in centre which everyone can get to easily. Once inside
they will be given the help, support and advice necessary to make
it less likely that the same thing will happen to them again.
For more information telephone Clive Townsley, community
safety co-ordinator on 01442 228641 or email clive.townsley@dacorum.gov.uk
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