Women

If you are a woman experiencing Domestic Violence and would like to speak to someone in confidence who can offer support and access to a place of safety telephone the National Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or access the Women’s Aid web site on www.womensaid.org.uk
(If you are worried about someone knowing you are accessing the site it is possible to make your access undetectable.)

The Freedom Programme is a programme for women to help them make sense of what they have experienced. To find out more and where the nearest programme is running to you access the site on www.freedomprogramme.co.uk

Children and Young People

Access The Hideout to find out what Domestic Violence is and how it makes young people feel and to find out what you can do and who can help. Go to www.thehideout.org.uk (You can click so that no-one knows you have visited the site)

Childline is a free phone line offering counselling and support to children and young people on a wide range of issues including abuse. Call them on 020 8514 1111

Men

DEVON MALE is a confidential advice line for men in abusive relationships and also offers confidential support for gay, bisexual and transgender people. Phone them on 0845 064 6800

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people

Broken Rainbow is a helpline service for those who are experiencing Domestic Violence. Phone them on 0208 539 9507

Perpetrators

If you are a perpetrator and wish to change your behaviour contact Respect on 0808 2000 247