Support for abuse victims moves in

A CHARITY which transforms the lives of people affected by domestic abuse has recently received funding to extend its services into Rossendale.

Positive Action in the Community (PAC) is marking 20 years this month and has helped more than 12,000 victims of domestic abuse, supporting them to move forward and empowering them to live safe and free lives.

The Pendle-based charity also provides supported accommodation to homeless young people and support to improve emotional health and wellbeing.

As part of its 20-year anniversary, PAC is bringing all of its domestic abuse support services and projects together under one new name and brand.

Pendle Domestic Violence Initiative (PDVI), The Lookout and Reducing Aggression and Harm (RAH) are collectively becoming Be Free.

Jen Gore, head of service and development at PAC and Be Free, said: “Our Domestic Abuse services are needed more than ever and demand is always high. Domestic abuse can affect anyone, from any walk of life, and we want anyone who has lived through it to know that we’re there for them and can empower them to move forward.”

Be Free relies on voluntary donations and grant funding to fund its services. To enable Be Free to help even more people, visit the website https://befree.buzz/ to make a donation.