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Posted on 4 December 2020
A HUGE HAPPY 20th BIRTHDAY to the Sunflower Centre – a pillar of the #Northants community for the past two decades! Each year the Sunflower Centre helps thousands of vulnerable people find safety. We were bowled over by this musical tribute by Martin Wells celebrating the amazing work our Independent…
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Posted on 30 November 2020
Everyone at Voice wishes you a very merry and safe Christmas! If you do need our help and support over the festive period, please be aware of our slightly altered opening times: December 2020 Monday 21st December 8am – 6pm Tuesday 22nd December 8am…
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Posted on 20 November 2020
We should all know how to spot signs of abuse and the actions that should be taken if we have a concern. Statistics show that: Last year in Northamptonshire (2019-20) 3,577 concerns were received 1,062 of those concerns needed further action 51% of abuse was due to neglect 30% occurred…
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Posted on 11 November 2020
World Day of Remembrance Service for Road Traffic Victims is held each year as a mark of respect to those who have lost their lives as a result of a traffic collision. Started in the UK by national charity, Road Peace in 1993, the event became a global day of…
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Posted on 9 October 2020
Since lockdown began, abuse cases within the home have nearly doubled in the county, with child-on-parent abuse – an often overlooked form of physical, emotional or financial control – having also seen increases. We want to break down barriers for those needing support and make people aware of new techniques…
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Posted on 5 October 2020
The phrase ‘toxic relationship’ has become more familiar in recent years as we, as a society, become more open to talking about positive and negative relationships. A toxic relationship is when the behaviours of a partner cause you emotional or physical pain, or leave you feeling like you have no…
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Posted on 8 April 2020
The Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, Dame Vera Baird, urgently wants to hear from victims of crime about their experiences of the criminal justice system, to inform her response to the government on the consultation around the Code of Practice for victims of crime (the ‘Victims’ Code’). This is…
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Posted on 8 April 2020
During this time of social distancing, it’s vital to consider your safety and security – particularly if you will be in the same vicinity as someone who may harm you or make you feel unsafe for a long period of time. We understand how fearful and alone domestic abuse can…
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Posted on 6 April 2020
Coronavirus-related scams are estimated to have already cost people over £1.5million in financial losses, as criminals try to trick people in to parting with money or financial details on the back of the pandemic. Our round-up of the latest COVID-19-related scams showed how criminals are posing as trusted sources to…
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Posted on 3 April 2020
Authorities are asking people to be aware of scams that are circulating using COVID-19 as a cover for fraudulent activities. We’ve spoken to government and police officials for more information on what you can do to protect yourself from fraud throughout the COVID-19 outbreak. In the first of a series…
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