Domestic abuse
Everyone has the right to live a life free of abuse. Unfortunately, domestic violence and abuse is very common.
Find out where you can get help now.
The Change Project
Couples, child, teen, and family counselling, domestic violence services, and sex therapy. Promoting change in Essex, Herts, Beds, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Next Chapter
Next Chapter provide free and confidential services to support people who are currently experiencing or have previously experienced domestic abuse.
Victim Support
Victim Support help anyone affected by crime, they are an independent charity therefore you can talk to them whether or not you've reported the crime to the police. If you want, they can support you without the involvement of the criminal justice system, and they won't contact them about you unless they feel someone is at risk. Victim Support are here just to support you.
Safer Places
Safer Places is an independent charity which provides a comprehensive range of services to adults and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse.
Essex Compass
A partnership of domestic abuse services providing a response in Essex. Compass is a single point of access funded by Essex County Council in partnership with the Office of Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner to support victims of domestic abuse across Southend, Essex and Thurrock.