Evergreen Project
Evergreen Project | Domestic Abuse help for people over 55 years old

Domestic Abuse help for people over 55 years old

Evergreen Project | | Domestic Abuse help for people over 55 years old

Evergreen provides specialist support for people aged 55+ who are experiencing domestic abuse, including:

  • Abuse from a partner, ex-partner or family member
  • Coercive control, emotional or psychological abuse
  • Economic abuse
  • Neglect or harm linked to care and dependency

You do not need to be in crisis or have reported to the police to access support.

We recognise that abuse in later life can look different — and can be harder to identify, disclose or leave. It is often shaped by long-term relationships, health needs, dependency, isolation and financial concerns.

Our approach is understanding and tailored to each individual.

How We Support

We provide practical and emotional support to increase both physical and emotional safety, working at a pace that feels right.

Support includes:

  • One-to-one support in your home or within the community
  • Regular appointments and ongoing telephone contact
  • Safety planning that reflects your full circumstances
  • Advocacy with services involved in your care
  • Support to access other services, with continued involvement
  • Liaison with family members where appropriate and safe

We work alongside you to support you to make informed choices.

Evergreen Project | Domestic Abuse support for people over 55 years old
Evergreen Project | Domestic Abuse support for people over 55 years old

Understanding Older Victims

Older people can face additional barriers to seeking support, including:

  • Long-term or complex relationships
  • Health or mobility needs
  • Dependence on a partner or family member
  • Isolation or reduced support networks
  • Financial control or housing concerns

We take time to understand these challenges and respond in a way that feels safe, practical and supported.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply for an occupation order via the civil court. An occupation Order allows the Court to decide who should live, or not live, in the home or any part of it. The Order can also exclude the other person from an area around the home. The power to make an Order is contained in sections 33 and 35 to 38 of the Family Law Act 1996.

This is financial abuse and is a criminal offence so you can report this to police. You can also contact a local Solicitor for advice in regards to an application for a Non-Molestation Order however this will be dependent on your financial situation as to whether you would be eligible for free legal help.

You will need to make it clear to your partner what your intentions are and inform the hospital that he will need a different address to be discharged to. Endeavour can help to talk to professionals on your behalf about your fears of him returning back to the home and a plan can be put in place in regards to your safety.

If you are wishing to remain in your property and don’t wish to access refuge or safe temporary if you are living in either a Bolton Council property or Housing Association you can firstly seek advice from your current housing provider and discuss your options. If they are unable to assist alternatively you can contact Housing Options on 01204 2335900 for Housing Advice. It is always advisable to register online with Homes for Bolton, you can access the application online.

You can contact Housing options on Tel 01204 335900 for safe temporary accommodation during the week between 9:30 and 5:00pm. Alternatively in an emergency you can contact the Out Of Hours Team on Tel 01204 337777 after 6:00pm or at the weekend. If you feel you require refuge accommodation to keep you safe please contact the national domestic abuse helpline on Tel 08082000247.

There is help available for someone in your situation, support is available to help you with your finances, to arrange home care assessments including any adaptions needed, alarms or home care. Endeavour can also signpost to befriending services. When a relationship ends this is a very risky time so if you are ever in any danger please contact the police on 999.

Yes. Endeavour would still be able to support you, a safety plan would be put in place in regards to safe time to meet you or call you and you will be given advice on how to keep yourself safe while in the relationship.

Want to talk to us?

There are several ways you can contact us here at Endeavour. You can telephone Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 5.00pm

Tel: 01204 394 842
Email: info@endeavourproject.org.uk

Via Facebook messager service:
www.facebook.com/EndeavourDAV/

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