Domestic abuse
National contacts
Agencies providing support or advice nationally.
24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline
- Call: 0808 2000 247
- Visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Safe Spaces
Safe Spaces are located in chemists. They provide a safe and discrete way to reach out to friends and family, and contact specialist support services. These are open and ready for you to use.
Galop
Galop is an LGBT anti-violence and abuse charity.
- Call: 0300 999 5428
- Visit www.galop.org.uk
ChildLine
ChildLine supports on any issue for anyone aged under 19.
- Call: 0800 1111
- Visit: www.childline.org.uk (quick exit button available)
Victim Support
- Call: 0845 456 5995
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm
Men's Advice Line
- Call: 0808 801 0327
- Visit: www.mensadviceline.org.uk
Mankind
- Call: 01823 334244. Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm.
- Visit: www.mankind.org.uk
Samaritans
- Call: 01603 611 311 (Norwich office)
- Visit: www.samaritans.org
Animal organisations who can offer support
Cats Protection's specialist cat fostering service for those fleeing domestic abuse.
Dogs Trust Freedom Project supports dog owners escaping domestic abuse
Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre
- Call: 08451 221 331
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 2:30pm and 7pm to 9:30pm, Saturday to Sunday, 2:30pm to 5pm.
Honour Based Abuse
If you are experiencing Honour Based Abuse or facing a forced marriage, Karma Nirvana can help.
Advice on forced marriages from Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
- Call: 020 7008 0151
- Email: fmu@fcdo.gov.uk