For many of the survivors who live inside a domestic violence refuge, a normal Christmas will be something they've only dreamed of.
At one refuge in Bolton, run by the organisation Fortalice - most of the families living there will have painful memories of the festive season. Others will be miles away from friends and family.
In the past, women say they've had to lie to their children about Father Christmas being ill. Having no control of your own finances makes it impossible to plan.
