Abuse Support Services

If you feel you're the victim of abuse and don't know where to turn, don't suffer in silence. Get in touch with one of the many organisations set up to help people in your position.

Some of the most useful can be found in the list below.

Police
In an emergency, call 999. For non-emergency calls, call 0300 333 4444.

National Domestic Violence Helpline (open 24hrs a day)
0808 2000 247

Men's Advice Line (for male victims of domestic violence)
0181 6449 914

Victim Support (for victims of any crime)
0845 3030 900

The Samaritans
0345 909090

National Child Protection Helpline
0800 0560 566

Careline (counselling service for children and young people in crisis)
0181 5141 177

Relate (help with relationship issues)
01245 258680

Refuge 24-Hour National Crisis Line
0990 995443