Most of us look forward to Christmas - a break from work, feet up in front of the fire, spending time with family and friends, good food, good company and presents – what’s not to like?

At Women’s Aid, however, we know that women who are subjected to domestic abuse face fear, isolation and pain in their home all year round. Christmas can be the most dangerous time for women and their children. Financial pressures not helped by the cost of living crisis, trying to create the 'perfect' Christmas and being cooped up together for long periods of time can be not only stressful but dangerous if you are isolated at home with your abuser. Women and children may also be forced to leave their homes and spend Christmas in our refuges.

We need your support. We want to help these women and their children to enjoy a safe Christmas free from abuse. You can help make this possible by pledging a donation to our appeal. The money you donate will be shared among those staying in our refuges and being supported in the community, and may be used to buy gifts or shop vouchers for the women, children and young people who need our support during the winter months.

As always, we are striving to ensure that no woman or child engaged with our service will go without this festive season.