If you are a survivor of domestic abuse then please consider the following options:
In immediate danger, call 999 add ask for the police
If you are unable to speak and are calling from a mobile, press 55 to be transferred to the police. More guidance is available here: Domestic abuse: how to get help – GOV.UK
Find local support:
Visit the Women’s Aid Directory. This will locate a domestic abuse service in your area that can offer direct support.
Contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline (run by Refuge):
- Call 0808 2000 247 (available 24/7)
- Use the confidential live chat: Use our chatbot – National Domestic Abuse Helpline – available weekdays 10am-10pm, and weekends 10am-6pm – staffed by an expert, all-female team.
Concerned about device privacy?
- If you’re worried someone may be monitoring your device:
- Write down the Helpline number and website on paper you can hide safely
- Use the exit button on the bottom right of the helpline site to leave quickly
- Access the Helpline from a device you know is safe
- Learn more via the Tech Safety Tool (available in English, Urdu, Spanish and Polish).
- You can also visit ‘Cover your tracks online‘ for more information.
Help for all aspects of domestic abuse
Including women’s housing and safety planning.
Speak to other women
Visit our supportive community of domestic abuse survivors.
If you are a child or young person and have been affected by domestic abuse, we’re here to help.
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Is your relationship healthy? We’re here to help you find out about loving relationships and what you can do if you are worried about it.
Please know you are not alone. Support is available, and we encourage you to reach out using the above options.
