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Domestic Abuse Support Services Directory

Finding Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, support is available.
This page brings together a range of trusted national organisations offering information, advice, and support. You can explore the categories below to find support that best matches your needs.

If you are in immediate danger, please call the police on 999.

Age UK

Support for Older People

Advice and support for older people experiencing abuse or neglect.

http://www.ageuk.org.uk 

0800 678 1602 Call

Asian Women’s Resource Centre (AWRC)

Support for Women

Advocacy and support for women in London in multiple languages including Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

http://www.awrc.org.uk 

020 8961 6549 Call

BAWSO

Support for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities

24-hour helpline supporting Black and minority ethnic and migrant victims of domestic abuse in Wales.

http://bawso.org.uk 

0800 731 8147 Call

Bright Sky

Apps and Digital Support

A free app and website providing practical information and access to local domestic abuse support services.

http://www.bright-sky.org.uk 

Cats Protection Lifeline

Support for Pets

Temporary cat fostering for people fleeing domestic abuse.

http://www.cats.org.uk 

03000 121212 Call

Dogs Trust Freedom Project

Support for Pets

Confidential dog fostering service for survivors of domestic abuse.

http://www.dogstrust.org.uk 

0800 298 9199 Call

Domestic Abuse Alliance

Specialist Support Services

Fast access to specialist civil legal assistance and support to apply for protection orders for anyone living with domestic abuse.

http://domestic-abuse.co.uk/ 

0800 101 7110 Call

Endeavour Project

Support for Pets

Pet fostering support for survivors leaving abusive homes in Northwest England.

http://www.endeavourproject.org.uk 

01204 394 842 Call

Galop

LGBTQ+ Support

Support service for LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse or violence.

http://www.galop.org.uk 

0800 999 5428 Call

Hollie Guard

Apps and Digital Support

A smartphone personal safety app that can alert emergency contacts and record evidence.

http://hollieguard.com 

Hourglass

Support for Older People

Specialist organisation addressing abuse and exploitation of older people.

http://www.wearehourglass.org 

0808 808 8141 Call

Hub of Hope

Apps and Digital Support

A national directory of mental health support services across the UK.

http://www.hubofhope.co.uk 

IKWRO – Women’s Rights Organisation

Support for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities

Support for Middle Eastern and Afghan women and girls facing honour-based abuse, forced marriage and domestic abuse.

http://ikwro.org.uk 

0207 920 6460 Call

Jewish Women’s Aid

Support for Women

Support for Jewish women and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse.

http://www.jwa.org.uk 

0808 801 0500 Call

Karma Nirvana

Specialist Provision

Specialist support for victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage.

http://www.karmanirvana.org.uk 

0800 5999 247 Call

Loving Me

LGBTQ+ Support

Online advocacy and support for transgender, gender-queer and non-binary victims of domestic abuse.

http://www.lovingme.uk 

07902 478958 Call

ManKind Initiative

Support for Men

Helpline providing support and advice for male victims of domestic abuse.

http://mankind.org.uk 

0808 800 1170 Call

Men’s Advice Line (Respect)

Immediate Support

Confidential helpline supporting male victims of domestic abuse.

http://mensadviceline.org.uk 

0808 8010327 Call

Muslim Women’s Network

Support for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities

Helpline supporting Muslim women and girls experiencing abuse.

http://www.mwnhelpline.co.uk 

0800 999 5786 Call

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)

Immediate Support, Support for Women

Free 24-hour helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse.

http://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk 

0808 2000 247 Call

National Stalking Helpline

Specialist Provision

Advice and safety planning for victims of stalking.

http://www.suzylamplugh.org 

0808 802 0300 Call

Northern Ireland's Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline

Support Services in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

http://www.dsahelpline.org 

0808 802 1414 Call

NSPCC

Support for Children, Young People and Families

Support and advice to protect children from abuse and help professionals respond appropriately.

http://www.nspcc.org.uk 

PEGS

Support for Children, Young People and Families

Support for parents dealing with child-to-parent abuse.

http://www.pegsupport.co.uk 

Refuge Tech Safety

Apps and Digital Support

Support for women experiencing technology-facilitated abuse.

http://www.refugetechsafety.org 

Refuge4Pets

Support for Pets

Temporary pet fostering for survivors in Devon and Cornwall.

http://www.refuge4pets.org.uk 

0300 4000 121 Call

Respond

Disability and Accessibility Support

Support for people with learning disabilities who have experienced trauma or abuse.

http://www.respond.org.uk 

Revenge Porn Helpline

Specialist Provision

Support for adult victims of intimate image abuse.

http://www.revengepornhelpline.org.uk 

0345 6000 459 Call

Safe Spaces

Immediate Support

Providing a safe and discreet way to reach out to friends and family and contact specialist support services.

http://uksaysnomore.org/safespaces/ 

020 7378 3160 Call

Samaritans

Housing and Crisis Support

24-hour emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.

http://www.samaritans.org 

116 123 Call

Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline

Support Services in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

http://www.sdafmh.org.uk 

0800 027 1234 Call

Sharan Project

Support for Women

Support and advice for women, particularly of South Asian origin in the UK.

http://sharan.org.uk 

0844 504 3231 Call

Shelter

Housing and Crisis Support

Advice and support for people facing homelessness due to domestic abuse.

http://www.shelter.org.uk 

0808 800 4444 Call

SignHealth Domestic Abuse Service

Disability and Accessibility Support

Specialist domestic abuse support for Deaf people.

http://www.signhealth.org.uk 

Southall Black Sisters

Support for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities

Advice and support for Black and minority women experiencing abuse, immigration issues and racial harassment.

http://southallblacksisters.org.uk 

020 8571 0800 Call

Stay Safe East

Disability and Accessibility Support

Support for Deaf and disabled victims of domestic abuse.

http://www.staysafe-east.org.uk 

Surviving Economic Abuse

Specialist Provision

Support and advice for victims experiencing financial or economic abuse.

http://www.survivingeconomicabuse.org 

0808 196 8845 Call

The For Baby’s Sake Trust

Support for Children, Young People and Families

Therapeutic support for parents affected by domestic abuse to break the cycle for the next generation.

http://www.forbabyssake.org.uk 

The Mix

Support for Children, Young People and Families

Free support service for people under 25 including mental health and crisis support.

http://www.themix.org.uk 

Victim Support

Housing and Crisis Support

Support for anyone affected by crime, including victims of domestic abuse.

http://www.victimsupport.org.uk 

0808 1689 111 Call

Welsh Women’s Aid ‘Live Fear Free’ Helpline

Support Services in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

http://www.welshwomensaid.org.uk 

0808 80 10 800 Call

Women’s Aid

Support for Women

Local and online support services including live chat, survivor resources, and online community forums.

http://womensaid.org.uk 

Local Support

This is not an exhaustive list, and there may be local charities and support groups in your area offering additional help and advice. These can be accessed via the Bright Sky app.

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National organisations supporting survivors of domestic abuse are invited to be included in this directory. Please Contact Us for more information.

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Did the physical abuse or threat happen within the last 2 weeks?
Has the Respondent abused the victim in the past?
Are bail conditions in place against the respondent?
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