The First Step (Previously Knowsley Domestic Violence Support Services)
Contact details
The First Step (Previously Knowsley Domestic Violence Support Services)
The First Step Centre
The Old Schoolhouse
Huyton
Knowsley
L36 0UX
Public phone: 0151 548 3333
Email: enquiries@thefirststep.org.uk
Website URL: http://www.thefirststep.org.uk
General information
Service offered: Support services for people experiencing domestic abuse. Refuge accommodation for women & children. Information, 1:1 and group work support, signposting/liaison with other agencies. Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocacy team for very high risk clients i.e. Gold
Target group: Anyone experiencing domestic abuse
Area served: Knowsley - Huyton, Kirkby, Prescot, Halewood and surrounding areas.
How to contact: Phone 0151 548 3333
Availability
Monday: 9am - 5pm
Tuesday: 9am - 5pm
Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
Thursday: 9am - 5pm
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Weekends: Closed
Office Hours: Refuge staffed 24 hours 7 days a week.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - full
Accessible toilets: Yes
Access notes: Some parking available but can be busy at times. Office on first floor but lift is available if required.
Other information
Languages other than English: NONE
Charity number: 1054533
Year established: 1996
Staffing: 5 full time, 12 part time, 1 volunteer.
Public transport:
Record last checked: 04 February 2025