Women's Aid Monmouthshire (WAIMON) is the lead domestic abuse agency in Monmouthshire. It is a charity that provides practical and emotional support, information and refuge to women and children who are experiencing domestic abuse, or have experienced domestic abuse in the past. WAIMON won the 'Empowering Survivors' category at the 2014 Promoting Independence Awards.
Pendinas is a hostel in Bangor. Run by North Wales Housing Association, it provides support and accommodation for eight vulnerable homeless people who have complex needs.
Audrey couldn’t afford to sustain her private tenancy and was homeless before she moved into the Pendinas hostel.
Eighteen months ago Lisa Welch was experiencing severe depression. Her illness was having a profound impact on her life and she was struggling to fulfil everyday tasks such as dressing, leaving the house and paying her bills. She was also experiencing physical health issues that were further compounding her mental health problems.
Noddfa Hostel in Colwyn Bay provides temporary, supported housing accommodation for single homeless people and families who are vulnerable and need support. Noddfa is managed by North Wales Housing.
James* had been a carer for his elderly mother, sadly she passed away and her house had to be sold. He had no other family that he could stay with and as a result he became street homeless.