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How do I know if I am eligible for the service
If you are not sure whether you are eligible for our service, please get in touch with us by phone on 0131 526 3944, email us on support@beirasplace.org.uk, or text us on 07546 697 067.
I’d like to come to Beira’s Place, but I have small children and it’s difficult getting childcare for them.
It’s often difficult to attend appointments when you have small children and although it’s usually OK to bring them along, when the appointment is for discussing sensitive issues, it’s best to try to make childcare arrangements if possible. Childcare is ...
I want to bring someone with me. Is there somewhere they can wait?
Beira’s Place is women only, so if there is a man accompanying you, we will ask him to wait outside until your appointment is complete. A woman companion may be able to wait inside but this is dependent on what ...
Some days my health isn’t good and find it hard to make appointments, but I don’t want to just not turn up
Anyone who has suffered trauma can be faced with days where they feel they’re just not well enough, physically or mentally, to leave the house and make it to an appointment, particularly if there may be some difficult issues to ...
I am disabled and can’t get about on my own very well so I’m not sure about getting into your building.
Beira’s Place is housed in the New Town in Edinburgh city centre. It’s a listed building and unfortunately, we are very restricted in what we can do to alter it. For anyone who is a wheelchair user, we will be ...
I live outside Edinburgh City and find it difficult to get into town. How can I get help?
We understand that the Lothians are pretty big and getting into Edinburgh city centre might be difficult, particularly for women who are disabled or have limited mobility, who may be anxious about travelling, or have caring responsibilities. Travel can be ...
Do I have to pay for my support at Beira’s Place?
No, services at Beira’s Place are provided free of charge. We are based in Edinburgh city centre, and we understand that for some women, travelling into the city can be expensive. If it is difficult to pay for transport to ...
Why is Beira’s Place women only?
This women only service is offered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 which permits the provision of single sex services for women in various situations where there is a good reason for them. From our years of experience working ...
What can Beira’s Place offer me?
Beira’s Place is a support service for women who have experienced any form of sexual violence, sexual abuse, or sexual exploitation at any time in their lives. We offer a range of support services from online support, telephone support, face ...
How do I get in touch with Beira’s Place?
You can make your first contact us in several ways. You can phone our office on 0131 526 3944 to speak to a support worker or make an appointment for an initial assessment. You can text us on 07546 697 ...
