Trauma support

LinkLiving supports people to overcome the negative impacts of trauma.

All of the support that LinkLiving provides is trauma-informed with staff fully trained in this approach.  We have considerable experience in supporting people affected by trauma, with more than 60% of the people we support having experienced it at some point in their lives.  

Effects of trauma

Effects of trauma include:

  • Avoidant behaviour
  • Easily startled
  • Flashbacks and nightmares
  • Irritability 
  • Intrusive memories or dreams
  • Sleeping problems
  • Shock, disbelief
  • Disconnect
  • Fear
  • Guilt
  • Shame
  • Self-blame
  • Low energy
  • Unexplained pain
  • Withdraw from others
  • Numbness

Coping with the effects of trauma can feel really difficult or exhausting but with time and support, it is possible.  LinkLiving can help...

More information

If you need help to get support or want to know what support service might be available to you, then please contact us.