The objects of the charity are to relieve distress and suffering experienced by women who have been maltreated by their relatives, cohabitees, husbands or the fathers of their children; to relieve distress and suffering amongst the children of such women; and to relieve the need of other women and children in necessitous circumstances who are temporarily homeless.
The charity aims to achieve its objectives by providing safe accommodation in the property used by the charity, whilst also providing support and advice and social activities for the residents. The charity develops partnerships with other agencies and promotes knowledge and understanding of domestic violence within the wider community.