DEAR DEIDRE: WHEN I left my controlling and abusive husband last year, I found myself sleeping in my car.
I had no money, nowhere to stay and couldn’t even afford to buy food.
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He withheld my access to our assets and joint bank account. I was 45 and so desperate and anxious I contemplated ending it all.
That’s when I wrote to you. I didn’t know what else to do.
Thank you so much for listening to me and reassuring me that things would get better.
You recommended various charities that could help me with housing and tell me about my legal rights, including Rights of Women (rightsofwomen.org.uk) and its National Family Law Line (0207 251 6577).
I managed to find a job, which meant I could afford a solicitor to help me get a divorce and fight for the financial settlement I am entitled to.
I’ve also found a small flat. Your support meant so much to me.
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DEIDRE SAYS: It really sounds as if you have turned a corner. Getting a new job must have been a boost to your self-esteem.
I now hope you can get the divorce settlement you deserve.
