Last Updated: 03/04/2006

Introduction

This website tells you what you can do if you are living in fear in your own home. If you are threatened or hit by your spouse/partner or a member of your household. Domestic violence is the threat or use of physical, emotional, psychological and sexual abuse in close adult relationships. This includes destruction of property, isolation from friends and family or other potential sources of support, Threats to others including children, stalking, control over access to money, personal items, food, transportation and the telephone. This website is mainly concerned with male violence against women and their children.

DON'T SUFFER IN SILENCE - There is help available.
Whether you just want to talk, or take further action, support and information are available at Tearmann.

Tearmann Domestic Violence Services was set up in response to the escalation of domestic violence in the Monaghan region. Tearmann, is an old Irish word meaning Sanctuary. This website starts off with information about our service, defining domestic violence and the effects of this abuse on women and their children. It then becomes a guide to what options are there for you. This guide is designed to empower and enable you to take the steps necessary for your safety. You do not need to do this alone.

Remember domestic violence is a crime and it thrives on secrecy. You, the victim, pay the price for the silence, not the abuser. Break the silence, talk to someone about what's going on. Telephone or call for a visit. Our services are confidential.