Domestic violence stories
Barnardo’s aims to alleviate the long-term effects of domestic violence on children through counselling and family support services.
These case studies tell the stories of Barnardo's work to tranform the lives of vulnerable children, young people and families affected by domestic abuse across the UK.
Claire's story of domestic violence
The victim of domestic violence, Claire spent most of her childhood in care. By the time she was 16, Claire had a violent partner and was pregnant.
Watch Claire's video to find out how Barnardo's helped to transform her life.
Candice's story of domstic violence and neglect
My own parents said that they didn't love me. They said that I was a mistake… One day they found my birth control pills and said that I ought to overdose myself. I felt so rejected that eventually I did and ended up in hospital."
Watch Candice's video to find out how Barnardo's helped transform her life.
Steven's story of drug misuse and domestic violence
Steven was taking drugs by the age of nine, having witnessed domestic violence and his parents splitting up.
Watch Steven's video to find out how Barnardo's helped to transform his life.