SUPPORT - DOMESTIC ABUSE

Domestic abuse can take many forms.  It isn't just physical violence, it is any form of abuse of power within the domestic setting.  Domestic abuse includes psychological or emotional abuse, financial abuse, sexual violence, harassment, online abuse or coercive control.  Traditionally women are the victims in domestic abuse, but it is not unknown for men to be victims.  
Whatever the form of abuse, by whatever party, it is not acceptable. 
If you are in immediate danger, call 999.  If after calling 999 you cannot speak, press 55.  This will transfer your call to the relevant police force who will assist you without you having to speak.

Below are some support groups that can help:

Women's Aid
Support to keep women and children suffering from domestic violence safe.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.womensaid.org.uk

Respect
Support for men who are suffering from domestic abuse
Tel: 0808 8010327 - for men who are suffering from domestic abuse
Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
Tel: 0808 8024040 - for men and women who are harming their families and want advice on how to change their behaviour
Website: www.respectphoneline.org.uk

Refuge
For women and children against domestic violence
Tel: 0808 2000 247
Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

Childline
A free, private, confidential service for children to talk about anything that is worrying them
Tel: 0800 11 11
Website: www.childline.org.uk/

NSPCC
UK charity supporting children who are, or have been, abused:
Tel: 0808 800 5000
Email: [email protected].
Website: www.nspcc.org.uk/

If you have any concerns about an adult or child being abused - please report it!









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