Domestic Abuse is not just about physical violence and it doesn’t just happen between men and women or parents and children. Domestic abuse can cause long term damage to children who see it, hear it or are part of it even if the abuse is not directed at them.
There is help available to both victims and perpetrators and contrary to popular opinion reporting it will not usually lead to the victim losing their children. However, continuing to allow a child to remain at risk by failure to report abuse or neglect can lead to official action so it’s important to find out what you can do to help yourself and any children involved whether you are abused or the abuser. If you or your children are the victim of abuse, research shows it is safer to get advice about how best to protect yourself from any reaction before you leave the abuser.
General Information: www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help
Rape Crisis England and Wales
Help if you’ve experienced any kind of sexual violence
T: 0808 802 9999 (12pm to 2.30pm / 7pm to 9.30pm)
E: rcewinfo@rapecrisis.org.uk
www.rapecrisis.org.uk
Mens Advice line
Confidential helpline for men experiencing domestic violence
T: 0808 801 0327
www.mensadviceline.org.uk/
The National Centre for Domestic Violence
Protect survivors against an abuser
T: 020 7186 8270 (to make a referral press option 1)
T: 0800 970 2070 (to make a referral press option 1)
E: office@ncdv.org.uk
www.ncdv.org.uk
Ananias Foundation
Website with information, suggested reading and resources for men wishing to change their abusive behaviour
www.ananiasfoundation.org
Victim Support Hillingdon
Trained voluntary support to all victims of crime including domestic violence
T: 01895 421200
T: 01985 422225
Victim Support Bucks
Trained voluntary support to all victims of crime including domestic violence
T: 0845 450 3883
E: oxandbucks@victimsupport.org.uk
The Havens (London)
Advising and supporting men, women and children who have been raped or sexually assaulted
T: 020 3312 1101 (Paddington)
T: 020 3299 1599 (Camberwell)
T: 020 7247 4787 (Whitechapel)
www.thehavens.org.uk
Women’s Aid
Working together until women and children are safe
T: 0808 2000 247 (National Domestic Violence Helpline)
T: 0117 944 4411 (General enquiries only)
E: helpline@womensaid.org.uk
www.womensaid.org.uk
Eaves for Women
Short-term crisis intervention and assistance for women who have been trafficked
T: 020 7735 2062 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm)
www.eavesforwomen.org.uk
Refuge
Support to regain control of your life
T: 0808 2000 247 (National Domestic Violence Helpline)
E: helpline@refuge.org.uk
www.refuge.org.uk
Hillingdon Women’s Centre
Advice and info on a wide range of issues including domestic violence
T: 01895 259578
E: hillingdowomen@aol.com
hillingdonwomenscentre.org.uk
Hillingdon Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy Service (IDVA)
T: 020 8246 1745 (crisis support)
DViP (London)
Support women who have suffered domestic violence
T: 020 7928 4813
E: dvip.wss@richmondfellowship.org.uk
dvip.org/services-for-men-women
Women’s Aid (Aylesbury)
Working together until women and children are safe
T: 0129 436827
E: helpline@womensaid.org.uk
www.womensaid.org.uk
Women’s Aid (East Berkshire)
Working together until women and children are safe
T: 01753 549865
E: helpline@womensaid.org.uk
www.womensaid.org.uk
The Freedom Programme (Aylesbury, Chesham and High Wycombe)
12 week programme for women recovering from abusive relationships
T: 07746 667651
Hillingdon Domestic Violence Floating Support Team
Providing crisis support, accessing accommodation, pursuing legal options and emotional support
T: 01895 457423 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Sanctuary Scheme (Hillingdon)
Help victims to stay in their own home with the support and security needed to feel safe
T: 01895 277779
T: 01895 250388
(Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9am-4.30pm, Wed 1pm-4.30pm)
Rights of Women
Free legal advice and signposting to local solicitors
T: 020 7251 6577
E: info@row.org.uk
rightsofwomen.org.uk
Women’s Aid (Wycombe)
Working together until women and children are safe
T: 01494 461367
E: helpline@womensaid.org.uk
www.womensaid.org.uk
Thames Valley Police Domestic Violence Officers
T: 101
Hertfordshire Domestic Violence Helpline
Support and signposting service for anyone affected by domestic abuse
T: 0808 808 8088 (Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm)
E: support@hertsdomesticabusehelpline.org
www.hertsdomesticabusehelpline.org
Contact your local authority Children’s Services safeguarding hub or:
Childline
Support and help to anyone under 19
T: 0800 1111 (Freeline)
www.childline.org.uk
Young Minds
Advice if your child has witnessed or experienced domestic violence
youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/parents-guide-to-support-a-z/parents-guide-to-support-domestic-violence/
NSPCC
If you are worried about a child
T: 0808 800 5000
E: help@nspcc.org.uk
www.nspcc.org.uk
West London Somaliland Community
Education, information & advice on a range of family matters
T: 020 8848 1180
E: info@wlsomalilandcommunity.org.uk
wlsomalilandcommunity.org.uk
Ashiana Network (South Asian, Turkish and Iranian)
Confidential and culture specific advice
T: 020 8539 0427 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-12pm/1pm-5pm)
E: info@ashiana.org.uk
www.ashiana.org.uk
Chinese Information and Advice Centre
Free legal, immigration and domestic violence advice and support
T: 0300 201 1868
E: info@ciac.co.uk
ciac.co.uk
Jewish Women’s Aid
Support for Jewish women and their children who have or are experiencing domestic abuse
T: 0808 801 0500 (Freephone Mon-Thurs, 9.30am-9.30pm)
www.jwa.org.uk
Kiran Support Services (Indian sub-continent)
Providing safe, temporary accommodation to Asian women and their children
T: 020 8558 1986
E: Kiran.admin@kiranss.org.uk
kiranss.org.uk
Al-Hasaniya Moroccan Women’s Project
Advice and assistance for Moroccan and Arabic speaking women and their families
T: 020 8969 2292 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm)
E: info@al-hasaniya.org.uk
al-hasaniya.org.uk
Albert Kennedy Trust
Advice and Support for LGBTQ+ young people living in hostile environments or experiencing homelessness
T: 020 7831 6562 (Mon-Fri 10am-4.30pm)
www.akt.org.uk
Broken Rainbow
Helpline for LGBT who have experienced domestic violence
T: 0300 999 5428
(Mon & Thurs 2pm-8pm, Wed 10am-1pm)
T: 08452 604 460 (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm)
E: help@brokenrainbow.org.uk
brokenrainbow.org.uk
Safeline
Services for people affected by sexual abuse
T: 0808 800 5005 (National Male Survivor Helpline)
T: 01926 402498 (General enquiries only)
E: support@safeline.org.uk
www.safeline.org.uk
Man2Man
Support Helpline for male victims of domestic violence
T: 020 8698 9649 (emergencies only after 10pm)
Survivors UK
Male rape and sexual abuse
T: 020 3598 3898
T: 020 3322 1860 (SMS)
T: 07491 816064 (Whatsapp)
E: help@survivorsuk.org
www.survivorsuk.org
Mankind Initiative
Helping men escape domestic abuse
T: 01823 334244 (weekdays 10am to 4pm)
www.mankind.org.uk
Men’s Advice Line
Advice and support for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse
T: 0808 801 0327 (Free from landlines)
E: info@mensadviceline.org.uk
www.mensadviceline.org.uk
The Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme
To help people who have been abusive towards their partners or ex-partners to change
www.cafcass.gov.uk/grown-ups/parents-and-carers/domestic-abuse/domestic-abuse-perpetrator-programme
Respect
Information and advice to people who are abusive towards their partners and want help to stop
T: 0845 122 8609 (Mon-Fri 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm)
E: info@respectphoneline.org.uk
Fresh Start (Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Milton Keynes)
Programme of integrated individual sessions
T: 01908 295738
E: Bob@mk-act.org
Everyman Project
Offers a range of support services for men who want to stop behaving violently or abusively
T: 020 7263 8884
E: everymanproject@btopenworld.com
www.everymanproject.co.uk
