Domestic Abuse Support
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Manningham Housing Association would like to give you all the support you might need. You can find below support and advice channels, and you can contact Prafula on 07967128055 – Monday to Friday office timing.
Where to get help
If you believe you are being abused or worried you may commit domestic abuse, read the Domestic abuse: get help during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak detailed guidance on how to get help which includes contact information for organisations and services which offer support and advice.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police – the police will continue to respond to emergency calls.
If you suspect that your neighbours or those in your community are victims of domestic abuse, we encourage you to report it to the police.
If you are in danger and unable to talk on the phone, dial 999 and listen to the questions from the operator and respond by coughing or tapping the handset if you can (If you are in danger, you will be asked to dial “55). Click here for the guidelines.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is run by Refuge and offers free, confidential support 24 hours a day to victims and those who are worried about friends and loved ones.
Telephone:
0808 2000 247
Women’s Aid has a live chat service and an online survivor’s forum. You can also find your local domestic abuse service on their website.
The Men’s Advice Line is a confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and those supporting them.
Telephone:
0808 801 0327
Galop runs the National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse helpline.
Telephone:
0800 999 5428
Email:
[email protected]
Chayn provides online help and resources in a number of languages about identifying manipulative situations and how friends can support those being abused.
9 am –5 pm
Imkaan is a women’s organisation addressing violence against black and minority women and girls.
Stay Safe East provides advocacy and support services to disabled victims and survivors of abuse.
SignHealth provides domestic abuse service support for deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL).
Text or WhatsApp/FaceTime:
07970 350366
Call:
020 3947 2601
SafeLives is providing guidance and support to professionals and those working in the domestic abuse sector, as well as additional advice for those at risk.
If you are concerned that you or someone you know may be an abuser, there is support available. Respect is an anonymous and confidential helpline for men and women who are harming their partners and families. The helpline also takes calls from (ex)partners, friends and relatives who are concerned about perpetrators.
Telephone:
0808 802 4040
The NSPCC helpline is available for advice and support for anyone with concerns about a child.
Telephone:
0808 800 5000
Email:
[email protected]
Barnardo’s provide support to families affected by domestic abuse.
Family Lives provide support through online forums.
If you are concerned about domestic abuse, we know it can be hard to find support. That’s why Bright Sky was developed.
Bright Sky is a safe, easy to use app and website that provides practical support and information on how to respond to domestic abuse. It is for anyone experiencing domestic abuse, or who is worried about someone else.
Bright Sky helps you to spot the signs of abuse, know how to respond, and help someone find a safe route to support you.
Download Bright Sky today because you never know when you might need it to save someone’s life.
Bright Sky is here for anyone in an abusive relationship, or if you’re worried about someone else. Our directory of services will help you to find local and national support services and you can also find out how to spot the signs of domestic abuse.
Bright Sky is also available as an app via the App Store or Google Play. Only download the app if it is safe for you to do so and if you’re sure that your phone isn’t being monitored.
Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling
For more advice and guidance on domestic abuse, please see Domestic abuse: how to get help.
