Keymoves is our beautiful refuge for women aged 16+ who have experienced gender-based violence including domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour-based violence and coercive control.
The refuge is located in the North East of the city and the service also has an additional 10 flats city-wide.
The refuge is staffed by a team of practitioners 24 hours a day and access to the building is controlled.
We recognise each of the women’s journey’s are unique and therefore require a tailored support plan to meet each women’s needs.
Whilst living at Keymoves, women have their own keyworker offering one-to-one support. There are also various group activities and support sessions that provide women with the skills and confidence they need to move on to a more secure and happy future.
Our staff and external organisations deliver group activities and courses within the building and in nearby community venues; with anything from gardening to yoga to trauma recovery groups.
We also have visiting specialists who can offer housing and benefit advice, life coaching and mentoring.
Referrals to these services can be made via the City of Edinburgh Council Housing Services:
Alternatively, you can fill out and submit our referral form here:
