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Alberton Record
August 8, 2020
They educate women on what is the exit plan for them if they were to find themselves in an abusive relationship.
Amcare’s empowerment centre is a safe haven for victims of domestic abuse in Alberton and the surrounding area.
They provide a shelter for women and their children to escape the abusive situation they find themselves in with the focus on victims of ongoing and current domestic victims.
A unique advantage they have is that they can provide shelter for the women and their children, even boys over the age of 15.
According to Amcare general manager Marihet Infantino, as well as providing shelter to the victims, they assist with the legal aspects of gaining a protection order to protect them.
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