After almost 50 years of being a lifeline for survivors in Cheshire East, our support centre and service faces closure.
The Council has confirmed it has no money to fund our services from April 2025.
- 24/7 emergency helpline
- Children's trauma recovery support
- Emergency refuge spaces
- Recovery programmes for survivors
- Crewe support centre
- Macclesfield community store & hub
"This charity literally saved my life" - MyCWA service user
For nearly five decades, we've been there at 3am when someone needs immediate escape. We've supported children traumatised by abuse to rebuild their lives. We've helped thousands of survivors find safety, strength, and a new beginning.
But now we need your help.
We’re fighting to raise funds to keep our services running and doors open for another year, but we can’t do this without you.
We could still facilitate vital survivor support groups and children’s group recovery sessions in alternative locations—even if we are unable to save our Crewe support centre and Macclesfield community store and hub
The above, plus our staffed 24/7 helpline would remain open.
All the above, plus our support centre would stay open, offering volunteer-led activities such as the food bank and baby bank.
All the above, plus one front-line staff member, essential emergency provisions, and basic crisis support.
All the above, plus core survivor support services, basic children’s services, and essential recovery programmes.
- Comprehensive crisis response
- Full children’s and survivor support services
- Emergency accommodation
- Behaviour change programmes
- Multi-agency coordination
- Community outreach and support
"Without MyCWA, I doubt I'd still be here, nor would my sons be experiencing the happy and healthy lives they are enjoying currently." - Abi Blake, MyCWA Advocate
In 2017, Abi was left for dead on her bedroom floor, her neck broken and spine damaged, while her baby slept in the next room. After years of escalating abuse, her husband's brutal attack left her with life-changing injuries - unable to write, pick up her children, or perform basic tasks.
But Abi survived. With MyCWA's support, she rebuilt her life. Today, she's not just surviving - she's thriving, working as a trauma coach supporting children and adults. Alongside being a certified McKenzie Friend within the Family Court system. Assisting other survivors and helping others escape abuse.
Now, the same vital services that helped transform Abi's life - and the lives of her children - could disappear in just 8 weeks.
Every donation helps save lives.
Please give what you can and share our appeal.
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