new high-needs domestic violence women's service
Lewisham Council has approved additional funding for a new high-needs domestic violence women's service.
Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet members approved £668,162 in additional borrowing in October 2026 to fund capital works for a new high-needs domestic violence women's service. This service will refurbish a council-owned property to create eight self-contained, trauma-informed homes for women experiencing domestic abuse and complex needs.
The service is specifically designed for women whose needs may not be met by mainstream refuge provisions, including individuals experiencing mental ill health, substance use, or repeated homelessness. It will operate 24 hours a day with specialist support.
Key facts
- Lewisham Council approved £668,162 in additional borrowing for capital works. Source
- The approval was made by Mayor and Cabinet members on October 7, 2026. Source
- The funding is for refurbishing a council-owned property. Source
- The service will create eight self-contained, trauma-informed homes. Source
- It is for women experiencing domestic abuse and complex needs. Source
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