We know that some of our patients will be living with Domestic Abuse. The following links may help you to find support. Our clinicians can offer more advice should you need it so please do get in touch.
If you are worried about someone:
- Be Safe: remember – social media, phone and emails might be monitored. Don’t confront the abuser.
- Be Kind: listen, make suggestions, not demands.
- Be There: be understanding and available.
- Get Help: contact organisations for support and information
- Call 101: if you are concerned about a friend or loved one, or that someone’s behaviour is abusive
- Call 999: if you think there’s an immediate danger
The police
Call the UK police non-emergency number, 101, if you need support or advice from the police and it’s not an emergency. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use their textphone service on 18001 101.
Local Support
Freeva
For victims of domestic abuse in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Leicester City Council
Housing help for people affected by domestic abuse.
Housing Matters (The Bridge)
Housing-related support for those who are aged 16 plus.
The Jenkins Centre
Support for Leicester residents to help change abusive behaviour.
National support organisations
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Free 24-hour helpline, guidance and support for victims.
National Centre for Domestic Violence
Provides a free service that lets anyone who has recently suffered from, or been threatened with, domestic abuse apply for an emergency court injunction.
Victim Support
Free and confidential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family and friends with 24-hour live chat and helpline available.
Women’s Aid Domestic Violence Helpline
Free 24-hour national helpline run by Women’s Aid and Refuge.
National Stalking Helpline
Guidance on the law, how to report stalking, gathering evidence, staying safe and reducing the risk.
Shelter Emergency Helpline
Advice for those struggling with bad housing or homelessness.
Karma Nirvana
Confidential helpline providing emotional and practical support and advice for victims and survivors of forced marriage and/or honour-based violence.
Forced Marriage Unit
Contact the Forced Marriage Unit (FMU) if you’re trying to stop a forced marriage or you need help leaving a marriage you’ve been forced into.
FLOWS (Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors)
Legal support service to help protect women against domestic abuse.
Sharan Project
Provides support to vulnerable women, particularly of South Asian origin, who have been disowned.
Men’s Advice Line
Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse.
Respect.uk
Advice and support for those who are finding it difficult to manage their behaviour, male victims of domestic abuse, and young people using violence and abuse in close relationships.
ManKind Initiative
Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence.
Hourglass
The Hourglass confidential helpline provides information and support to anyone concerned about harm, abuse or exploitation of an older person.
