In both the disabled and non-disabled communities, most abuse is perpetrated by a person known to the woman. But as a disabled women, you may depend on your abuser for care and assistance in your everyday life; your abuser may be in total control of your money, access to other people and access to medical care. You may not have access to information about existing support services for women who have experienced violence and you may feel that you can't leave your situation to seek refuge because of lack of accessible transport.
Physical violence can result in disability and can cause permanent physical damage. Violence can cause loss of vision, loss of mobility, damage to limbs, loss of hearing. All forms of abuse are emotionally traumatic and can leave psychological scars, from which a woman may take a long time to recover.
More information about organisations that can offer help and support
Glasgow Women's Aid
0141 553 2022
Greater Easterhouse Women's Aid
0141 773 3533 /
0141 733 3533
Women's Support Project
0141 552 2221
Wise Women
0141 550 7557
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