Economic abuse is a legally recognised form of domestic abuse and it often occurs in the context of intimate partner violence. It involves the control of a partner or ex-partner’s money, finances and things that money can buy, such as clothing, transport, food and a place to live.

One in six women in the UK has experienced economic abuse by a current or former partner. Economic abuse rarely happens in isolation; it normally happens alongside other forms of domestic abuse.

Economic abuse often occurs alongside other forms of abuse. It is commonly part of a pattern of behaviour called coercive control. If you are in immediate danger, call the police on 999. If you are not in immediate danger but have concerns about your safety, there are domestic abuse helplines that you can call, many of which offer a 24-hour service.

One in six older people are victims of abuse. That’s over 16% of our mothers, fathers, uncles, aunties, grannies, grandads, friends and neighbours.

The Hourglass mission is simple: end the harm, abuse and exploitation of older people in the UK. Their confidential services provide information and support to an older person or anyone concerned about an older person who is at risk of, experiencing or recovering from any form of abuse or neglect. They can all be accessed via this link - https://wearehourglass.org/hourglass-services

Transform is a partnership led by Cranstoun which brings together local organisations, each with unique skills and experience in domestic abuse, allowing us to deliver the best support possible for anyone affected by domestic abuse within Sutton. The Transform partnership is made up of Cranstoun,  Sutton Women’s Centre, Home-Start Sutton, Jigsaw4u, The Limes College.

If you have been affected by domestic abuse, please call 0208 092 7569. To make a referral please go onto our website https://cranstoun.org

Sutton Council libraries will be used as Warm Spaces for residents who may be struggling to keep warm at home in light of rising energy bills.

Launching in October, Sutton’s Warm Spaces will provide a warm welcome for all, and information about cost of living support will be available for those who need it.

Residents are welcome to stay in the library for as long as they want to during opening hours, and will have access to wi-fi, computers and assistance with using them if they need it.

At four of Sutton’s Libraries - Sutton Central, Phoenix Centre, Sutton Life Centre and the Circle Library - trained Warm Spaces Volunteers will be on hand at specific times for a chat and to help direct residents to resources and organisations that can help them with the cost of living.

Volunteer Centre Sutton is recruiting Warm Spaces Volunteers. Interested residents can find out more by contacting Volunteer Centre Sutton and completing this form or calling 020 8661 5900.

The Home Office has published updated guidance on fire safety tips for disabled people and those who care for them. It provides practical advice and tips that will help protect those with disabilities from the risk of fire. Please access the guidance via these links

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1097046/Sight__Hearing_Mobility_-_Web_accessible__Updated_.pdf

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-for-people-with-sight-hearing-or-mobility-difficulties/fire-safety-for-people-with-sight-hearing-or-mobility-issues-accessible-version

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-for-people-with-sight-hearing-or-mobility-difficulties#full-publication