Domestic Abuse

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.

This lets the operator know it's a genuine emergency

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
Service	Description	Contact
24-hour National Domestic Violence Helpline Freephone	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.	0808 2000 247 nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk
Men’s Advice Line Freephone	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.	0808 801 0327 Days and times of phone support vary. mensadviceline.org.uk/mens_advice
Respect Freephone	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.	0808 802 4040 Days and times of phone support vary. www.respectphoneline.org.uk
Forced marriage unit	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.	020 7008 0151 fmu@fco.gov.uk gov.uk/forced-marriage

Direct Support for Victims and Perpetrators in North Lincolnshire - Local Services
Service	Description	Contact
Marac Coordinator	Your MARAC coordinator may contact you for information of cases discussed at MARAC	Kristy Burns Kristy.Burns@northlincs.gov.uk Mobile: 07717587478
The Blue Door	Local service providing support through independent domestic violence and independent sexual violence advocates to those experiencing abuse	01724 841947 0800 197 4787 info@bluedoor.org

Support for Young People
Service	Description	Contact
Respect not Fear	Website for young people about domestic violence.	respectnotfear.co.uk
The Hideout	Women's Aid website to help young people understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to them.	thehideout.org.uk
The Blue Door	Provides support for young people affected by domestic abuse including their own experiences of abusive relationships	01724 841947 0800 197 4787 info@bluedoor.org
Barnados	Therapeutic services for children affected by trauma along with support for parents	01724 847700 thehaven@barnardos.org.uk

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