Getting Help for Domestic Violence and Abuse
Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.
Call 999 in an emergencyDomestic violence, also called domestic abuse, includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse in couple relationships or between family members.
Domestic violence can happen to anyone, and anybody can be an abuser.
Getting help and support
You do not have to wait for an emergency situation to find help. If domestic abuse is happening to you, it is important to tell someone and remember you are not alone.
Support for women and children
Women and children can contact the Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge, at any time, day or night.
Staff can offer confidential, non-judgemental information and support.
0808 2000 247
Support for men
Men can contact Men’s Advice Line for non-judgemental information and support.
Webchat is available Wednesday to Friday, 10.00am to 11.00am and 3.00pm to 4.00pm.
Visit Men’s Advice Line website Call 0808 801 0327Support for LGBT+ people
People in the LGBT+ community can access support through the Galop Helpline.
0800 999 5428
More information
For more information about helplines and support available, visit the NHS domestic violence support page.
Getting help for domestic violence