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Since 1985, we have provided tailored care, support, therapy and advice in our communities. Our teams live our values and understand what matters to the people we work with. Pop over to our site to learn more! theyoutrust.org.uk

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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
We'd like to thank everyone who has donated gifts and vouchers to the people we work with. Many in our safe house accommodation had to leave their lives behind. Small gestures like this make a big difference.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Many families in refuges are facing uncertain times, and a simple gift can make a world of difference. We’re asking for donations to bring comfort, joy, and hope to children and parents who need it most. Visit paragonteam.org.uk to donate.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Frontline insight to award-winning innovation. One of our brilliant support workers recently won top honours at the Portsmouth Tech and Cultural Summit Hackathon and Ideation Pitch event. Read her story theyoutrust.org.uk/frontline-in...
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
In observance of Men’s Health Week, we’re highlighting the challenges faced by men and boys. Suicide remains the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK, with a staggering rate of 17.1 per 100,000 compared to just 5.6 for women. Call 24/7 the Samaritans at 116 123.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
This Spring Bank Holiday, our Waterlooville residents had a surprise visit from Michele who runs Scales and Shells. theyoutrust.org.uk/scales-and-s...
Elderly man with a lizard on his head!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
The people who work for us do so for many reasons! Job satisfaction, a sense of accomplishment, salary and benefits. All very good reasons. But loving the place and the people you support is one of the biggest, as Sue will tell you! Visit our site if you want to come join our team
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
It's Stalking Awareness Week, a week where we discuss the crime of stalking. It can be done by anyone... Even family. Read our case study to learn more about how to protect yourself, and what to do. paragonteam.org.uk/stalking-wit...
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Stalking within a family - Paragon Team
Stalking within a family is something that one of the people we work with had to endure. It was a painful experience that altered her life.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Teen violence toward women and girls has been brought into the public eye thanks to the brilliant Adolescence drama. It's a topic of conversation everyone needs to have with their children. paragonteam.org.uk/teen-violenc...
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Teen violence toward women and girls - Paragon Team
The issue of teen violence toward women and girls has recently gained renewed attention due to the Netflix drama Adolescence.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
We work alongside many organisations to help those escaping domestic abuse. And they often give us donations, like gift cards, blankets, toiletries and food hampers. Sindy sent in this lovely thank you letter to Stephanie, our Senior IDVA in our Paragon Hampshire service.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
On Sunday 23 February, it's Helpline Awareness Day. Having helplines is a vital part of being able to support those who need it. One such team is our Dorset Paragon team. Their dedication is to be commended! 🙌 👍 paragonteam.org.uk/paragon-dors...
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Paragon Dorset helpline - Paragon Team
Paragon Dorset helpline service is 24 hours a day and is there for those who are experiencing domestic abuse.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Fixated is one of FOUR behaviours related to stalking. Fixated Obsessed, Unwanted, Repeated are all indicators that what someone is doing is illegal. It can happen to anyone, even in plain view of millions of people. www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis...
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Emma Raducanu: British player targeted by man who 'exhibited fixated behaviour'
Emma Raducanu was targeted by a man who
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Government has cut red tape in an effort to boost qualifications for important sectors, which is good news for those wanting to do an apprenticeship. theyoutrust.org.uk/government-e...
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Government eases red tape for apprenticeships - The YOU Trust
Government eases red tape for those wanting to do an apprenticeship. You'll no longer ned an English and maths qualification!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Our domestic abuse service in #Somerset are launching a new initiative to enhance support for high-risk domestic abuse victims. This month-long initiative will see police and Independent Domestic Violence Advisors visit victims in 24 hours of a suspect’s arrest. shorturl.at/0arsW
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Operation Balearic launches in Somerset - Paragon Team
Operation Balearic launches in Somerset and will enhance support for high-risk domestic abuse victims in Somerset.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
🎉 Kick off National Apprenticeship Week 2025! 🎓 Each year, we shine a spotlight on the fantastic opportunities that apprenticeships bring. Join us as we share inspiring stories from our team about why they embarked on their apprenticeship journey! theyoutrust.org.uk/national-apprenticeship-week-2025
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 - The YOU Trust
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 is a time to celebrate those who decide to work even harder to learn new skills, while working!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Today is #TimeToTalk, a day where we get to share solutions to the existential dread we're faced with daily. 😆 Okay, that's a joke, but the idea of mental health isn't🤔 . It's an important thing to talk about often to help remain calm, and carry on👍 . Who do you speak to when you need to share?🎤
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Today is is Time to Talk, a day where we encourage people to speak about their mental health and wellbeing! Here’s our health coach Katie with some tips for your chat. youtu.be/HvOP8m-VCjQ
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Tim to Talk 2025 advice!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
We’ve received amazing gifts of toiletries from Moonstones who have supported us in the past, with items that are making a real difference to people at a very challenging time. Thank you! paragonteam.org.uk/moonstones-d...
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Moonstones donation - Paragon Team
A Moonstones refuge donation has helped lift the spirits of those looking to escape domestic abuse. A very welcome donation!
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SafeLives Charity @safelives.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
🧵1/8 #DomesticAbuse #Training for family lawyers, 🔔 Applications now open 🔔
SafeLives post with text that reads "domestic abuse training for family lawyers. 1-day online. How to better respond to – and represent – domestic abuse victims, including children."
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Our Paragon service in Swindon works with victims of domestic abuse to help improve their lives. We have a 24hr a day number you can use to reach out. Phone: 0800 917 8565 or 01793 610610 paragonteam.org.uk/teams/swindon/
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
The journey of rebuilding lives after domestic abuse is fraught with challenges. Yet, these struggles often pave the way for incredible triumphs. This story stands as a tribute to resilience and strength of those who seek a fresh start. 💪✨paragonteam.org.uk/rebuilding-lives/
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Working alongside people with learning disabilities to help them become more independent is extremely satisfying! Jo, for example, regularly commutes to her job and leads a very independent lifestyle. Read about her journey theyoutrust.org.uk/green-fingers/ #learningdisabilities
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Green fingers - The YOU Trust
Green fingers is a term that means good at growing things. But in the case of Jo, it also means she's been growing in confidence!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
It's the new year, and with social media impacting how we feel it might be a good idea to change your online behaviours! theyoutrust.org.uk/mental-welln...
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Mental wellness for a new year - The YOU Trust
Mental wellness for a new year seems easy enough. But when much of the digital content that we consume is so negative, it's tricky. Why?
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
We're already into the second week of 2025, and so much is happening. Make sure you keep an eye on your mental health. Take a break from being online each day. Remember that being nice is healthier than being nasty.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Our dedicated team in Sussex, along with our supportive friends and family, have been hard at work. We've been utilizing all our skills to prepare our Safe Accommodation properties, creating much-needed sanctuaries. paragonteam.org.uk/new-disperse...
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
To raise awareness around #16daysofActivism, teammate Zoe and some children in our refuge created beautiful artwork. They put pretend coins into the piggy bank with words of kindness/ and what makes them feel safe. E.g. ‘mummy’, “new friends” “ brother”. Very cute!
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SafeLives Charity @safelives.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
💭 Brandy – SafeLives staff member and survivor of #DomesticAbuse shares her thoughts on why the role of an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor ( #Idva ) is so powerful. Read Brandy’s full blog here ⬇️ safelives.org.uk/news-views/t... #16Days #NoExcuse #VAWG #InvestInIdvas
SafeLives 16 Days Post with text that reads "The power of an Idva lies not just in what they do, but in how they do it - with compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the people they support (Brandy, SafeLives staff member and survivor of domestic abuse)".
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Every year we promote #16Daysofactivism because women and girls still need our support. One of the ways we help is with domestic abuse advocates. They are an essential resource for those looking for help to escape domestic abuse. Read about what they do paragonteam.org.uk/domestic-abuse-advocates
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Domestic abuse advocates - Paragon Team
Domestic abuse advocates can have major impacts on victims. They can help them seek help, and help start recovery from abuse.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Our team on the Isle of Wight held a coffee and cake morning at the Riverside Centre in Newport. The tasty morning celebrated #WhiteRibbonDay and raised awareness of the support PARAGON offers victims of domestic abuse. It was a tasty event that also marked the start of PARAGON's #16daysofactivism!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
As part of #16days, we're raising awareness about the violence that women and girls experience. We can end it through education. “Young men need to be socialized in such a way that rape is as unthinkable to them as cannibalism.” Mary Pipher, Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
We work with the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire/ Swindon and Swindon Borough Council to help those experiencing domestic abuse. We're working together to promote 16 Days of Activism to share resources that may help you, a friend, or a family member. shorturl.at/yS7W0
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Wiltshire and Swindon join together for 16 Days of Action to raise awareness of the sign
Wiltshire and Swindon join together for 16 Days of Action to raise awareness of the signs of domestic abuse and stalking
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
This is shocking. People often ask why organisations or charities continually drive campaigns, like 16 Days of Activism. This is why.
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 25/11/2024
One-third of women across EU have experienced violence, survey finds
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One-third of women across EU have experienced violence, survey finds
Amount of physical attacks, threats or sexual violence described as ‘invisible epidemic’ as reporting remains low Every third woman across the EU has experienced physical violence, including threats, or sexual violence, a new survey has revealed, in what…
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
#WhiteRibbonDay engages with men and boys to change toxic mindsets that leads to anti-social behaviours. We stand with their important message to stop violence against women and girls. We can be part of the solution! #EndViolence #StandUpForWomen #BreakTheSilence #HealthyMasculinity #RespectWomen
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Aurora New Dawn @auroranewdawn.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Sign & share this petition The family court is often manipulated by perpetrators as a mechanism to continue domestic abuse and coercive control in the form of post-separation abuse In order to truly address this issue, victims must be able to discuss their cases and experiences chng.it/L5FRTWDvch
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Allow DA Survivors to Speak Out regarding Family Court Proceedings, free from Prosecution
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Carol Vorderman @carolvorders.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
PM to meet police and hospitality bosses over spiking Labour to bring in a new specific law against drink spiking It's time (way past time) this happened We covered this many times on my radio show. Horrific stories against both women and men of all ages www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Keir Stamer to meet police and hospitality bosses over spiking
Keir Starmer says tackling spiking is "personal", as the government pledges more training for bar staff.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/11/2024
I welcome the Government taking legislative action to make spiking a specific offence, and to support the Police and bar staff in tackling this predatory behaviour. Everyone in London deserves to feel safe—whatever time of day or night, and wherever they are in the capital.
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Drink Spiking Will Be Made A Criminal Offence Under Labour Bid To Protect Women And Girls
Keir Starmer says the government will "take back our streets" from criminals.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/11/2024
Tackling the epidemic of violence against women and girls is critical, and will require a huge cultural shift in our society. Men: it’s not on women to solve this problem. We need to take a stand. To do the work. And to hold ourselves and each other accountable. #WhiteRibbonDay
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan wearing a suit with a white ribbon pinned to the lapel in honour of White Ribbon Day. He holds the lapel with one hand while looking down at the ribbon.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Today is the start of #16DaysOfActivism a campaign that raises awareness to the international blight that is violence against women and girls. #vawg Our charity works with victims of abuse through our paragonteam.org.uk service. We hope you will support us in raising awareness! 🤛
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PARAGON - Domestic abuse - sexual abuse - stalking - counselling
PARAGON is a service that aspires to help create a world free from domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking and harassment.
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Anonymous @opdeatheaters.bsky.social · 26/11/2020
Nov 25th begins UN Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women and #16DaysOfActivism. We are in an epidemic of violence and slavery targeting women and children - we don't need a day or 16 days we need a full-scale global mobilization, every day. Help #opDeathEaters. #16days
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Dr Shama Junejo @shamajunejo.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
I say NO to violence against women, girls, and children. Send the girls to Schools and let them make decisions of their lives. #WorldChildrensDay #16DaysOfActivism #Gaza #SaveChildrenOfGaza #CeasefireNOW #OrangeTheWorld
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
The people we work with and support are awesome. They get out and enjoy fun activities, like the Big Hoot challenge a short while ago! Happy thoughts and happy feelings Friday! 😍
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
It's the last day of Safeguarding Adults Week, and its theme has been Partnerships. So, fittingly, our colleague Jamie is talking about partnerships and why they're so important to safeguarding. Thanks, Jamie youtu.be/vWbjbXLLIZs
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
We're looking ahead to the start of our 2025 Season which will begin March/April (weather depending!). What's on the horizon? 🚴‍♂️ Recruiting and training new trike pilots🔧 Trike preparation and maintenance📝 Enhancing our internal processes. Interested? Let us know!
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
As a charity we have to make sure that the people we work with and support are all kept safe. That's why we follow safeguarding. This week is Adult Safeguarding week and we're exploring what that means. Let's look at Prevention in safeguarding theyoutrust.org.uk/prevention-i...
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Prevention in safeguarding - The YOU Trust
Prevention in safeguarding is one of the six principles that make safeguarding so effective. We take a look at what makes this so.
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The YOU Trust @theyoutrust.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Hello Bluesky! We're joining this new landscape for two reasons. 1 to show off the incredible work out teams do, and to also offer those affected by domestic abuse and stalking in England a place to find help. Nice to meet you all! You can find out more about us here theyoutrust.org.uk #youtrust
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