Domestic Abuse

Are you afraid of someone who is, or was, close to you?

Spotting the signs:

•  Is your partner, ex-partner or family member jealous and possessive
• Is s/he charming one minute and abusive the next?
• Are you told what to wear, where to go, who to see?
• Does s/he constantly put you down?
• Does s/he play mind games and make you doubt your judgement?
•  Does s/he control your money, monitor your movements and messages?
•  Do you walk on eggshells to avoid making him/her angry?
• Does s/he use anger and intimidation to frighten and control you?

Anyone forced to change their behaviour because they are frightened of the reaction of their partner, ex-partner or a family member, is experiencing abuse.

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of age, background, gender, religion, sexuality, ethnicity, wealth or location.

It is never the fault of the person who is experiencing it.

Domestic abuse is a crime.

There is help available for you and your family.

You are not alone and you are not to blame.

In an emergency call the Police - 999

If you would like support or information call:

• National Domestic Abuse free 24-hour helpline 0800 2000 247
• Men’s Advice Line free phone 0808 801 0327
• Broken Rainbow (for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual or transgender) 0800 999 5428

We can help, from making your home more secure to getting lots of advice and support and finding a new place to live, if need be.

For more information and details on how we can help, please click here