When you have to leave the family home. Home is more than just a property that we own or rent, or a place to sleep …
Women’s Aid: Family, Home and Refuge
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In The Caravan You Have All Mod Cons.
Holidaying in a caravan. As a child I grew up through the ‘Troubles’ and every weekend we were away in the caravan somewhere. Somewhere beautiful …
A Story Is A Way Into Other People’s Lives.
A story makes us think: This could be us…. It could be me. In their shoes, what would I do? Storytelling gives us a new perspective. It …
Live The Life
Could you live someone else’s life? At school my favourite part of geography class was about people living in far off lands. Savannah, tundra, tropical …
When I First Got The House I Felt Really Good.
I was looking for a house for quite a while. I wanted something in the same locality near my work and viewed about 5 -10 …
Residential Care is More Than Just ‘A Room’
It’s been a year since my dad went into residential care When someone with dementia moves into residential care it is because they need more …
Remembering The 1970’s: My Bedroom
1970’s: bedroom: Swirling carpets and bright, bold, patterned curtains, a candlewick bedspread and sky blue-painted walls. This painting of my bedroom is from my ‘A’ …
In This Area You Always Felt A Strong Sense Of Community.
I’ve lived in this community my entire life. In this area you always felt a strong sense of community. There are a lot of families …
Women’s Aid: Creating A Safe Space For Women In Crisis
Women’s Aid: When a woman first comes here it’s important how you greet her. Most of all she needs a cup of tea. And she …
We All Do Nursing At Uni.
We all do nursing at Uni – so we all live together. I also work as an auxiliary for the Trust doing agency work. Last …