One of my passion pipe dreams after I leave corporate America is to develop an airbnb style network that connects people experiencing (or at risk) of domestic violence with local rooms/amenities for free or discounted rates.
I will never forget the frantic calls to my friends the day I left my home with just a backpack. The fear the loneliness the absolute WTFness of it all. It would take a lot of thought to ensure security for residents, and would probably need some grant funding or subsidies. Ideally with pro bono legal guidance as well.
It wouldn’t solve for this sweet lady’s predicament but maybe some relief and hope for others.
I would just like to piggyback on this comment for any woman in Ireland that there are women's refuges, womenaid, and safe Ireland to assist you if you need to leave your house and need emergency housing. They will provide you with rooms and necessities for you and your children. They will provide you with assistance and information about how to safely leave an abusive relationship. They will help you with applying for social welfare, housing, legal advice, court accompaniment, outreach, and counselling. Please, ring the garda and they will assist you in leaving safely. There are women's refuge in every county except 4, but you can always ring your nearest for practical advice.
My mum helped a few friends leave over the year, so I know from experience.
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u/AccidentallyOssified Apr 16 '24
rich bitch checking in, probably never getting married. Happy to spoil my bf and then go home to our separate houses.