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Vida Sheffield

@vida-sheffield.bsky.social
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VIDA have been working for over 30 years to tackle domestic and sexual abuse, and in particular violence against women & girls vidasheffield.org.uk

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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
On 31 August 2026, Vida Sheffield will close its doors. For more than 30 years, Vida has supported women and girls affected by domestic and sexual abuse. It has been a place of safety, compassion, healing and hope – and it has been an enormous privilege to be part of so many women's journeys.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Last week we came together to celebrate 31 years of Vida by saying goodbye to the clients, staff, volunteers and community who have been part of our journey. As part of the celebration, we created Vida's Memory Tree 🌳 Recognition • Reflection • Connection • Community
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
📣 Press Round Up 📣 Since we made the devastating announcement of our imminent closure, @vida-sheffield.bsky.social has been featured across regional press BBC Sheffield: listen to Marilyn Gregory our Chair of Trustees and service user Becky talk to Paulette Edwards youtu.be/vTIe9DNVMgA
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Vida - BBC Radio Sheffield 16th June 2026
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Following our closure, this #SmallCharityWeek takes on a serious meaning for everyone who supports @vida-sheffield.bsky.social
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
💜 A Message from Vida Sheffield 💜 After 30 years of supporting women across Sheffield, VIDA Sheffield will be closing it’s doors at the end of August 2026. This is not the outcome we hoped for, and it is with great sadness that we share this news.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
It’s #VolunteersWeek and we would like to pay tribute to all our hardworking volunteers, volunteer therapists and trustees who give up their time and expertise for @vida-sheffield.bsky.social
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Eid Mubarak! To all our clients, staff, volunteers and supporters celebrating 🌙 #Vidameanslife #charity #TraumaInformed #womenshealth #mentalhealth #trauma #therapy #recovery #Sheffield #SheffieldCharity #mentalhealthsheffield #VAWG #EndVAWG #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #EndGenderBasedViolence
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we are looking at the power of small actions. When life feels overwhelming, especially after trauma or prolonged stress, small steps can sometimes feel insignificant — but they matter.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
If pregnancy or birth is bringing up difficult feelings — what helps? If you have experienced trauma, it makes sense that this time might feel overwhelming. The aim isn’t to “push through” — it’s to feel safe, supported, and in control where possible.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Ahead of #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we explore the question: “Why can pregnancy and birth trigger past trauma?”
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Stalking is not “just harassment.” It is a pattern of behaviour that creates fear, control, and psychological harm — and it can escalate. Research shows that stalking is a key warning sign for serious harm and homicide.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Get your running shoes on! 🏃‍♀️ Vida has managed to secure a limited number of places for the Jane Tomlinson's Run for All Sheffield 10k! Staged in partnership with Sheffield City Council, the Sheffield 10K is set right in the heart of our Steel City.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Our Athena: Pain & Fatigue Support Group is an ongoing drop-in support group for those suffering with pain, fatigue and/or fibromyalgia; you do not need a diagnosis to join. Sessions are fortnightly and are a mix of in-person and online.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
A Happy Easter to all our clients, staff, volunteers and supporters! We are closed over the bank holiday weekend and will reopen on Tues 7th April.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Check out some of the wonderful creations crafted by our Eva Peer Support Group, bursting with character and colour and all totally unique!
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Understanding Trauma Responses: Fight, Flight, Freeze & Fawn When we experience trauma, our nervous system adapts to keep us safe. These responses are not personality flaws — they are survival strategies.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Eid Mubarak! To all our clients, staff, volunteers and supporters celebrating 🌙 #Vidameanslife #charity #TraumaInformed #womenshealth #mentalhealth #trauma #therapy #recovery #Sheffield #SheffieldCharity #mentalhealthsheffield #VAWG #EndVAWG #endgenderbasedviolence
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
How Trauma-Informed Support Can Help 💜 When someone has experienced trauma, their nervous system can remain on high alert — or feel shut down and numb. Living in these states can feel overwhelming, exhausting, or unbearable.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
✨ Please nominate @vida-sheffield.bsky.social to win £1k! ✨
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Thank you to everyone who came down or lent their support to the Central Sheffield Women’s Festival on Saturday 7th February at Sharrow Old Junior School, South View Rd.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Happy #InternationalWomensDay from Vida Sheffield! 💜 The theme of International Women’s Day 2026 is #GiveToGain…
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Join us this #InternationalWomensDay for a candlelight vigil in memory of women & girls who have lost their lives to domestic homicide. Meet Sun 8th March at 6.30pm at the Peace Gardens, there will be speakers followed by an open mic opportunity, should you wish to share something 💜
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Yesterday we welcomed Kilvinder Vigurs, the South Yorkshire's Deputy Mayor for Policing & Crime to VIDA Sheffield. In our conversation, we spoke about something central to our work: Recovery is prevention.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
This Sun 1st March is is Self-Harm and Self-Injury Awareness Day - a global day to raise understanding, reduce stigma, and promote compassionate support for anyone affected by self-harm. Whether someone is harming themselves or supporting someone who is, no one should have to struggle in silence.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
✨ Celebrating Innovation in Trauma Therapy ✨ We’re proud to share that Vida’s Clinical Manager Jane McClaren and Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist Patricia Gregory have published an article in the latest issue of CBT Today.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
February is Payroll Giving Month, and Vida have partnered with Hands On Payroll Giving Ltd who are celebrating by giving everyone the chance to win some great prizes, as well as find out more about how Payroll Giving works.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
This week is Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week. Sexual abuse and sexual violence can leave deep psychological impacts — long after the abuse itself has ended.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
On Saturday 7th February come along to the Central Sheffield Women’s Festival 11-3 at Sharrow Old Junior School, South View Rd. It’s free entry and there’s lots going on! We will be there to talk about @vida-sheffield.bsky.social and the services we offer, we hope to see you there!
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Healing doesn’t happen all at once. And it doesn’t happen on a timeline you have to justify. At @vida-sheffield.bsky.social we often meet women who feel pressure to “be over it” — to cope better, feel stronger, or move on faster.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Our Peer Support Group is back! These are just some of the art activities the group have tried over recent weeks-diamond art, hama beads, ceramic painting, sequin baubles, sparkling snowflakes, necklace making, pipe cleaner flowers - all wonderfully creative! ✨
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
At @vida-sheffield.bsky.social we know that what looks like a symptom often began as a survival strategy.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
✨ Happy New Year! ✨ We look forward to welcoming back our clients and service users this week!
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
💫 Wishing all our clients, staff, volunteers and supporters a joyful festive season and a bright hopeful 2026! 💫 We are now closed for the holiday period and will reopen on Monday 5th January 2026.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
🎶 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas….! 🎶 A huge thank you to Sheffield Shoebox Appeal for providing VIDA Sheffield with these wonderfully festive shoeboxes, made up by generous supporters who have donated through their Christmas Appeal.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Over the past few weeks, @vida-sheffield.bsky.social have had the pleasure of hosting two Medical Students as part of The University of Sheffield Social Accountability Partnership.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
🌟 Please nominate @vida-sheffield.bsky.social for the Benefact Group 12 Days of Giving! 🎁 This is the final festive phase of the Movement for Good Awards and every day from 1st to 16th December 120 charities will each receive £1k!
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Today marks International Human Rights Day — a reminder that freedom from violence is not optional, not a privilege, and not a luxury. It is a fundamental human right.
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Day 15 of #16DaysOfActivism - VIDA’s Commitment
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Day 14 of #16DaysOfActivism - Digital Abuse
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
Day 13 of #16DaysOfActivism - Supporting a Friend
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Day 12 of #16DaysOfActivism - Survivor Strength
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Day 11 of #16DaysOfActivism - How Trauma Shows Up
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Day 10 of #16DaysOfActivism - Healthy Relationships
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Day 9 of #16DaysOfActivism - Economic Abuse
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
This #GivingTuesday, please consider making a donation to @vida-sheffield.bsky.social: www.localgiving.org/charity/vidasheffield
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Day 8 of #16DaysOfActivism - Myth-Busting
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Day 7 of #16DaysOfActivism - The Impact of Trauma
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Day 6 of #16DaysOfActivism - Local Support in Sheffield
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Day 5 of #16DaysOfActivism - Coercive Control
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Vida Sheffield @vida-sheffield.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
At @vida-sheffield.bsky.social, we welcome the Government’s plans to invest in new Neighbourhood Health Centres — a positive step toward truly accessible, community-based care.
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