“[My support worker] was always very supportive and encouraged me to try to do things myself. From the very beginning. If I couldn’t do something [my support worker] always helped. If she couldn’t answer her phone, she would always call me back. I would love to thank everyone from West Lothian Women’s Aid for the support they’ve provided. Thanks to all of you I’m in a better place right now. I think [my support worker] is a caring person and very professional I would like to do some volunteering work with you.”

“The safe accommodation given to me with my kids was really great. The support we also received from the support workers was so great also quite helpful to me because it made me stronger to move on with my life. The support I received both from the kids’ side and mine was all amazing”.

“Being able to be rehoused and settled within the community so quickly and feeling safe was great. The emotional support was great, and the staff were always there for me. Overall, everyone at West Lothian Women’s Aid helped me. You are 10 out of 10 and I wouldn’t be where I am today without you”

“Keeping both myself and my daughter safe, moving us both to temp accommodation – you have been my lifesaver. Everything that I asked was always done, I wished we had West Lothian Women’s Aid from the start of our journey. My support worker has been amazing and went above and beyond”.

“I have had constant support and been looked after; I feel a lot more safe. I have had help for every single aspect of my life. The support was over and above [my support worker] has been amazing”.

“My support worker] has taught me to become a stronger and empowered woman. She has taught me things around domestic abuse, and I can now say I have a far better sense and understanding. She was always a lovely, kind, and caring person who believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself. She was always there when I needed any support or just a friendly face that understood me. [My support worker] has been fantastic! I am sad that our tie has come to an end! She was there at the right time when I needed her. Thank-you, you’re amazing”.