Neither Laois nor Offaly have any specialised accommodation to offer victims.
Laois Domestic Abuse Service is appealing to local people and businesses for help in setting up a refuge.
Neither Laois nor Offaly have any specialised accommodation to offer domestic violence victims.
LDAS Co-Ordinator Marna Carroll says they're desperately under resourced, with a shortage of staff and a six month waiting list for counselling.
But they're still determined to establish a refuge - and are open to any kind of help:
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