The Wish Centre

BDDWA incorporating the WISH centre provides support to women, men and children who are affected by domestic abuse.

Blackburn & Darwen District Without Abuse ( The Wish Centre)

We are a specialist service providing advice and support to people in Blackburn with Darwen who are experiencing domestic abuse. Trained staff are available to discuss choices and options in a non-judgemental way, providing emotional and practical support including-

Access to refuge accommodation
Outreach support
Specialist support via an IDVA, ISVA, or young people's service
Access to counselling
Access to specialist courses for men, women and children
Appointments at the free legal surgery
Signposting and information about other local agencies

We will provide support and guidance whatever choice you make.

To contact us please ring our helpline on 01254 260465.
In an emergency ring 999.
The UK national domestic violence helpline number is 0808 2000 247

This page is for information only. We try to monitor it regularly but please do not use facebook to seek direct help, to report an incident or to try to contact our staff individually.