Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse can impact anyone, whether that’s adults experiencing the abuse or children experiencing domestic abuse within their homes. Domestic abuse is everyone’s business and it’s important to know how to recognise the signs, and how to respond to someone to ensure they can access the support they need as safely as possible. This course supports professionals to make safe enquiries around domestic abuse, understand the different types of abuse people can experience, including how some victims may face additional barriers when accessing support, and what support services we have available in Medway.

Domestic Abuse

The session aims to raise awareness and give an overview of Domestic Abuse (DA) and Medway’s DA support services, including information on local provision. The following topics will also be discussed:

• Definition of Domestic Abuse
• Categories of Domestic Abuse
• Recognising signs and symptoms of Domestic Abuse
• Gender, cultural, mental health, disabilities and substance misuse considerations and trends  
• Safe Enquiry
• Signposting and Supporting Services
• One Stop Shop (OSS)
• Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC)
• Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHRs)
• Kent and Medway Domestic Abuse Website
• Further training opportunities

There is no charge for this Training, except if there is failure to attend without giving notice, when a charge of £50 may be incurred. 

If for any reason you are unable to attend or no longer require the Training, please cancel your place on the course through our Training Portal or email phworkforcetraining@medway.gov.uk as it allows another person to attend.