Domestic abuse may affect any intimate relationship within a family setting. This may include the use of excessive control, coercive or threatening behaviour as well as physical abuse such as hitting or slapping someone.
If you ring the Police and are unable to speak - use the #SilentSolution system to make yourself heard and alert police that you need help.
- Dial 999
- Listen to the questions
- Respond by coughing or tapping the handset
- if prompted, press 555
This lets the operator know it's a genuine emergency.
Blue Door
For victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse
Address: 26-28 Laneham St, Scunthorpe DN15 6PB
Phone: 0800 197 4787
You can refer yourself or ask for help for someone else by contacting The Blue Door via their helpline on 0800 197 47 87, at their office on (01724) 841 947 or email info@thebluedoor.org
If the risk of harm is high at the present moment ring the police on 999
The CASA Suite SARC
Offers free support and practical help to anyone in Humberside who has experienced sexual violence and/or sexual abuse. If you would like to speak to someone we are available on 0330 223 0181
www.casasuite.org
View the CASA Suite Services Guide [EXTERNAL PDF LINK]
Do You See Me?
This short film is designed to highlight the unique experiences of LGBTQ and older people who experience Domestic Abuse. There is a guide produced for older women by womans aid that highlights invisible prison (EXTERNAL PDF LINK).
Direct Support for Victims and Perpetrators in North Lincolnshire - National Service
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Service
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Description
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Contact
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24-hour National Domestic Violence Helpline Freephone
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A service for women experiencing domestic violence, their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf. It is run in partnership between Women’s Aid and Refuge. Callers may first of all hear an answerphone message before speaking to a person.
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0808 2000 247
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
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Men’s Advice Line Freephone
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A confidential helpline for all men experiencing domestic violence by a current or ex-partner. This includes all men – in heterosexual or same-sex relationships. Offers emotional support, practical advice and information on a wide range of services for further help and support.
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0808 801 0327
Days and times of phone support vary.
mensadviceline.org.uk/mens_advice
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Respect Freephone
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A confidential helpline for people who are abusive and/or violent towards their partners. Offers information and advice to support perpetrators to stop their violence and change their abusive behaviours. The main focus is to increase the safety of those experiencing domestic violence.
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0808 802 4040
Days and times of phone support vary.
www.respectphoneline.org.uk
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Forced marriage unit
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Joint initiative between the Foreign Office and Home Office. It assists actual and potential victims of forced marriage, as well as professionals working in the social, educational and health sectors.
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020 7008 0151
fmu@fco.gov.uk
gov.uk/forced-marriage
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HollieGuard
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HollieGuard is a personal alarm, deterrent, evidence catcher and more.
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www.hollieguard.com
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EVERYMAN Project
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EVERYMAN Project supports men who are violent or concerned about their violence.
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0207 263 8884
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Refuge
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Refuge, (a charity) have a 24 hour helpline accessed by ringing
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0808 2000 247
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Direct Support for Victims and Perpetrators in North Lincolnshire - Local Services
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Marac Coordinator
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Your MARAC coordinator may contact you for information of cases discussed at MARAC
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Kristy Burns Kristy.Burns@northlincs.gov.uk
Mobile: 07717587478
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The Blue Door
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Local service providing support through independent domestic violence and independent sexual violence advocates to those experiencing abuse
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01724 841947
0800 197 4787
info@bluedoor.org
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Support for Young People
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The Hideout
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Women's Aid website to help young people understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to them.
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thehideout.org.uk
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The Blue Door
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Provides support for young people affected by domestic abuse including their own experiences of abusive relationships
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01724 841947
0800 197 4787
info@bluedoor.org
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Barnados
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Therapeutic services for children affected by trauma along with support for parents
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01724 847700
thehaven@barnardos.org.uk
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