You Are Not Alone
Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, background or circumstance.
Whether you are experiencing abuse now, have experienced abuse in the past, or are worried about someone else, there are organisations that can help.
If you are in immediate danger, always call 999.
If you cannot speak safely, use the Silent Solution by calling 999 and pressing 55 when prompted. This lets the operator know that you need help but cannot talk.
National Domestic Abuse Support
Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline provides free, confidential support for women experiencing domestic abuse. Advisers can help with safety planning, emergency accommodation and accessing local services.
Website: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 2000 247
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Women’s Aid
Women’s Aid provides practical advice, information about domestic abuse, safety planning tools and a directory of local support services.
Website: https://www.womensaid.org.uk
Advice about behaviour
Respect
Respect provides support for men experiencing domestic abuse and offers advice for people who are concerned about their own behaviour within a relationship.
Website: https://www.respect.uk.net
Telephone: 0808 801 0327
Support for Men
Men’s Advice Line
The Men’s Advice Line offers confidential support and practical advice for men experiencing domestic abuse.
Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 801 0327
Support for Children and Young People
Childline
Childline offers free, confidential support to children and young people on any issue affecting their wellbeing.
Website: https://www.childline.org.uk
Telephone: 0800 1111
Available 24 hours a day.
Mental Health & Emotional Support
Samaritans
Samaritans provide emotional support for anyone who is struggling, feeling overwhelmed or finding it difficult to cope.
Website: https://www.samaritans.org
Telephone: 116 123
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Legal Advice & Practical Support
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice offers information and guidance on legal rights, housing, benefits, debt, finances and accessing local support.
Website: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Staying Safe Online
If you are concerned that somebody may be monitoring your internet use:
- Use a trusted device where possible.
- Consider using private or incognito browsing.
- Clear your browser history after visiting support websites.
- Change passwords from a safe device.
- Log out of websites when finished.
- Avoid saving passwords on shared devices.