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Harbour House
Portway
PR2 2DW
Formerly known as Preston Domestic Violence Services, the charity brings over 30 years of local experience to trauma-responsive, survivor-led support that helps people feel safer, heard and less alone.
Domestic Abuse Support in Preston
Hope Prevails Preston is a specialist domestic abuse charity supporting people who are experiencing, escaping or recovering from abuse. Based in Preston, the charity works with individuals of all genders and identities, offering a safe, compassionate space where people can talk, ask questions and access help at their own pace. Because domestic abuse isn’t always obvious, their support covers many forms of harm, including emotional abuse, coercive control, financial abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse and relationship-based fear or intimidation.
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Free, Confidential Help When It’s Needed Most
The charity’s work is built around choice, safety and recovery. Through its helpline, Hope Service and Outreach Service, the team provides tailored support that can include emotional reassurance, safety planning, one-to-one guidance, advocacy, referrals and ongoing help from specialist domestic abuse practitioners. It’s not about pushing anyone into a decision before they’re ready. It’s about helping people understand their options, rebuild confidence and take the next step when it feels right.
Services include:
- Domestic abuse helpline support
- One-to-one outreach support
- Hope Service support and guidance
- Specialist domestic abuse counselling and wellbeing support
- Group work and recovery programmes
- Preston Sanctuary Service
- Self-referrals and professional referrals
- Training, awareness and community education
- Safe to SOAR self-defence and confidence programme
Alongside crisis and practical support, Hope Prevails Preston offers recovery-focused services designed to help people process their experiences and move forward. This includes specialist counselling, confidence-building programmes and group work such as recovery courses, Freedom Programme-style support and wellbeing sessions. These programmes give survivors a chance to reflect and connect with others in a safe setting, which can be incredibly powerful after abuse has left someone feeling isolated.
A Long-Standing Charity with a Fresh, Inclusive Vision
Founded in 1994, Hope Prevails Preston has deep roots in the local community and continues to work closely with partners across Preston, including local authorities, support organisations, community groups and safeguarding services. Its newer name reflects a more inclusive, survivor-shaped identity, but the heart of the charity remains the same: helping people affected by domestic abuse find safety, support and hope.
If you or someone you know needs support, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Hope Prevails Preston for confidential, non-judgemental help.
