Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services

Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services https://www.idonate.ie/cause/odvss These practices have both informed, and been supported by, an evolving service philosophy.

Service Ethos: As a service, Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service, works to assist people whose lives are affected by domestic violence and the multifaceted problems they face. From its inception it has been committed to promoting the safety of those subjected to domestic violence and to locate the responsibility for violence and abuse with those people who use it. This philosophy which is inf

ormed by the principles of collaboration, inclusiveness, respect for difference and accountability, promotes a context that is conductive to the further development of effective and ethical practices.

10/06/2026

Today marks an important step forward in the fight against domestic abuse as Justice announced Government approval to publish Jennie’s Law.

Named in memory of Jennifer Poole, the legislation will establish a public register of serious domestic violence convictions, helping people make informed decisions about their safety and relationships. The register will operate with victim consent and aims to increase transparency while strengthening protections for those at risk.

We acknowledge the tireless campaigning of Jennifer’s family, particularly whose determination has helped bring this landmark legislation closer to reality.

Every step that improves awareness, accountability, and victim safety matters. 💜

ODVSS

SAME-SEX RELATIONSHIP RED FLAGS🏳️‍🌈 Threatening to “out” you to family, friends, employers, community groups, or religio...
10/06/2026

SAME-SEX RELATIONSHIP RED FLAGS

🏳️‍🌈 Threatening to “out” you to family, friends, employers, community groups, or religious organisations.

🏳️‍🌈 Using your s*xual orientation or gender identity against you, including saying nobody will believe you because of who you are.

🏳️‍🌈 Controlling who you see, including isolating you from LGBTQ+ friends, support groups, or community events.

🏳️‍🌈 Monitoring your phone, messages, social media, or location.

🏳️‍🌈 Making you feel responsible for their anger, jealousy, or abusive behaviour.

🏳️‍🌈 Financial control, such as restricting access to money or preventing you from working.

🏳️‍🌈 Constant criticism, humiliation, or belittling disguised as jokes or concern.

🏳️‍🌈 Threats of self-harm or su***de to stop you from leaving.

🏳️‍🌈 Physical violence, intimidation, or property damage.

🏳️‍🌈 Pressuring or coercing you into s*xual activity.

Everyone deserves safety, respect, and support.

ODVSS Helpline: 057 935 1886
Text Support: 086 041 9154
🏳️‍🌈 Supporting all survivors of domestic abuse.

💜 Support. Safety. Hope.At Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service, we provide confidential support to individuals and ...
09/06/2026

💜 Support. Safety. Hope.

At Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service, we provide confidential support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. Our services include one-to-one support, crisis intervention, court accompaniment, counselling, advocacy, outreach clinics, support groups, play therapy, educational programmes, and specialist support for children and minority communities.

You do not have to face abuse alone. Help is available, and support is just a phone call away.

📞 057 935 1886
📱 086 041 9154
🌐 www.odvss.ie

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Isolation is not love. Isolation is control.One of the most powerful tactics used in abusive relationships is cutting a ...
09/06/2026

Isolation is not love. Isolation is control.

One of the most powerful tactics used in abusive relationships is cutting a person off from the people, places, and supports that help them stay connected and independent.

This can happen gradually. A partner may create conflict with family and friends, make you feel guilty for spending time with others, monitor your movements, control your finances, or convince you that nobody else cares about you. Over time, the world becomes smaller, and the abuser becomes the centre of it.

Isolation is a form of coercive control. It is designed to increase dependency, reduce support networks, and make it harder to seek help or leave safely.

If any of these behaviours feel familiar, know that you are not alone and support is available.

💜 Everyone deserves relationships built on trust, respect, and freedom, not fear and control.

📞 ODVSS Helpline: 057 935 1886
📱 Text Support: 086 041 9154
🌐 www.odvss.ie

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan will bring Jennie’s Law to Cabinet this week to begin its passage through the Oirea...
08/06/2026

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan will bring Jennie’s Law to Cabinet this week to begin its passage through the Oireachtas for enactment.

The Domestic Violence (Judgements) Register Bill will result in those convicted of domestic violence against a partner or former partner being included on a public register.

The register will assist people in a relationship or considering a relationship with a person to ascertain whether they have a history of serious domestic violence convictions

The law has been named in honour of Jennifer Poole, who was murdered by her ex-partner Gavin Murphy in 2021.

He attacked and stabbed her to death at her home Melville Drive in Finglas on 17 April and was sentenced to life in prison the following year.

https://www.rte.ie/news/ireland/2026/0608/1577251-justice-ireland-law/

Documenting abuse can help protect your safety, support your voice, and create a record of what you have experienced. Wh...
03/06/2026

Documenting abuse can help protect your safety, support your voice, and create a record of what you have experienced. While every situation is different, safely keeping notes, photos, medical records, or messages may become important if you decide to seek support, legal protection, or report the abuse.

Your safety must always come first. Be careful when documenting abuse in case it places you at greater risk. Speak with a trusted support service specialist about safe ways to do this.

At ODVSS, we understand how difficult and overwhelming abuse can be. You do not have to face it alone. Support is available in a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental environment.

📞 Helpline: 057 935 1886
📱 Text Support: 086 041 9154

Some warning signs of domestic abuse are obvious. Others can be subtle, gradual, and hidden behind fear, control, or man...
03/06/2026

Some warning signs of domestic abuse are obvious. Others can be subtle, gradual, and hidden behind fear, control, or manipulation. Abuse is not just physical. It can also include emotional manipulation, isolation, financial control, verbal threats, and coercive control.

No one deserves to live in fear within their own relationship or home. Recognising the signs is often the first step towards safety and support.

Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, s*xuality, background, or status. If something does not feel right, trust your instincts. Support is available.

At ODVSS, we believe every person deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported.

📞 Helpline: 057 935 1886
📱 Text Support: 086 041 9154

Pride Month is a celebration of identity, love, inclusion, and community. At ODVSS, we stand proudly with LGBTQ+ individ...
03/06/2026

Pride Month is a celebration of identity, love, inclusion, and community. At ODVSS, we stand proudly with LGBTQ+ individuals and recognise that domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of gender or s*xuality.

Abuse within same s*x relationships can often remain hidden due to fear of judgement, stigma, isolation, or the belief that services may not understand their experiences. Many victims may worry they will not be believed or fear being “outed” when seeking support.

Domestic abuse is never acceptable in any relationship.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, heard, and supported.

This Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to creating inclusive, compassionate, and safe spaces for all.

You are not alone. Support is here. 💜🌈

Coercive control is not always visible.It can look like fear, silence, manipulation, jealousy, threats, gaslighting, or ...
03/06/2026

Coercive control is not always visible.
It can look like fear, silence, manipulation, jealousy, threats, gaslighting, or constantly changing yourself just to keep the peace.

Over time, these behaviours can chip away at a person’s confidence, independence, and sense of safety.

Domestic abuse is not just physical violence. Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used to dominate, isolate, and control another person.

If any of these signs feel familiar, please know you are not alone and support is available.

💜 ODVSS
📞 057 935 1886
📱 Text Support: 086 041 9154

Tomorrow, thousands of students across Ireland will sit their exams carrying hopes, pressure, stress and expectations.At...
02/06/2026

Tomorrow, thousands of students across Ireland will sit their exams carrying hopes, pressure, stress and expectations.

At ODVSS, we want to wish every student the very best of luck. Remember, your worth is not measured by exam results alone. Do your best and be proud of how far you’ve come.

We also want to acknowledge that not every young person has a safe, calm or supportive home environment while preparing for exams. Some students are studying while coping with fear, anxiety, conflict or abuse behind closed doors.

To those young people, we see you. Your strength matters. Your voice matters. And support is available.

Be kind to one another during this exam season. Sometimes the person sitting beside you may be carrying far more than books and notes.

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No. 2 Cormac Street
Tullamore
R35VN28

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
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Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
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