Help and support
If you have experienced domestic violence and abuse and would like support, you may find it helpful to contact one of the organisations listed below:
- National Domestic Violence Helpline Freephone 0808 2000247 (24hr). Free 24hr confidential helpline for women experiencing domestic violence and abuse, and their friends, family and work colleagues.
- RESPECT Men’s Advice Line Freephone 0808 801 0327 (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm). An advice and support line for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse.
- RESPECT Phoneline for domestic violence perpetrators Freephone 0808 8024040 (Monday-Friday 10am-5pm).
- CRUSH information and referral line 0800 014 9084. A structured programme of group support and empowerment for young people in the age range of 13 – 19 who have witnessed, experienced or are at risk of domestic abuse.
- The Samaritans Freephone 116 123 (24hr). Telephone helpline for people to talk at any time, about whatever they are going through or whatever is worrying them.
- Galop LGBT+ Abuse Helpline 0800 999 5428 (Monday to Thursday: 1am-8.30pm; Friday 10am-4.30pm).