Safer North Devon, reducing crime and improving the quality of life

PATTERN CHANGING FOR ABUSED WOMEN - an educational programme

The course runs for 14 weeks and is provided for women who are in or have been in an abusive relationship.

The course aims to:

Break the cycle of abuse

Break patterns of behaviour which lead to returning to abusive partner or entering into another abusive relationship

We provide an environment which enables women to feel secure and able to realise the extent of their abuse and through different techniques, deal with all the emotions that come with this realisation so that they can move on and develop a more positive outlook for the future as well as promoting self worth, respect, confidence and self esteem.

AREAS COVERED BY THE COURSE

Rights of all human beings
Impact of abuse on women and their families
Why it is so hard to leave
Dysfunctional childhood legacy
Setting boundaries; Ending old patterns
Understanding and dealing with feelings such as grief, guilt, fear
Understanding and dealing with anger
Assertiveness training, learning to adopt assertive behaviour
Planning future goals and learning how to make decisions
How to form healthy relationships

Once women have completed the course they are stronger and more positive. They hold their heads up high and their general attitude about themselves and about life is greatly improved. They gain the confidence to go on to further their life skills to enable them to reach their potential and to enjoy life.

COMMENTS FROM WOMEN WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE COURSE

“I am a happier person now, I know my goals and they are realistic for me”

“I have learnt to deal with the past and move on”

“I have accepted that I’m not perfect and don’t have to be – what a relief!"

“I realise I’m not responsible for other adults problems and I cannot change them”

“I do a lot of things differently now, Ihave more boundaries with people”

“I make the decisions for myself now”

“I am more assertive and I am happy by myself. I’m not lonely anymore”

“It is a life changing course and gives hope for the future. Thank you!”

“I am no longer a victim but a victor with a bright future ahead of me”

"I hope many other women who have suffered domestic violence get the opportunity to do this course, it will bring a completely new and positive outlook on life and they will value themselves as an equal to all other human beings”