Domestic abuse: How to get help

Domestic abuse can affect anyone. Credit: PA

  • HESTIA: Supporting adults and children in crisis across London - campaigning on the issues that affect them. Their Bright Sky app supports those experiencing domestic abuse as well as concerned friends and family members.

  • WOMEN'S AID: A grassroots federation working together to provide life-saving services and build a future where domestic violence is not tolerated.

  • REFUGE: Supports women and children who experience all forms of violence and abuse.

  • VICTIM SUPPORT: Working towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need.

  • RIGHTS OF WOMEN: Offers confidential legal advice on domestic and sexual violence. They produce free information sheets which can be downloaded from their website.

  • FLOWS: Legal options for women survivors

  • NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: National service for women experiencing domestic violence, their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf.

  • MANKIND INITIATIVE: Available for all men across the UK suffering from domestic violence or domestic abuse by their current or former wife or husband or partner.

  • EVERYMAN PROJECT: Prevent interpersonal violence, in particular domestic violence and abuse - working with perpetrators to address the root causes.