Police
Hampshire Constabulary 0845 045 45 45
In an emergency, dial 999
Crimestoppers
If you suspect that a friend, neighbour or relative may be a victim, and would like to report it anonymously, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
National Help-Lines And Organisations
National 24 hour Domestic Violence Helpline
Jointly run by Refuge and Women’s Aid
0808 2000 247
Refuge
Provide information, support and practical help 24-hours a day to women experiencing domestic violence. Can refer women and children to refuges throughout the UK to enable them to escape domestic abuse. 0808 8089999 www.refuge.org.uk
Respect Helpline
Phone line for domestic violence perpetrators (people who commit domestic abuse) and (ex) partners, friends and relatives who are concerned about a perpetrator. 0845 122 8609
Women’s Aid National Helpline
Confidential advice on legal and practical options available and refer to other support services. 0845 3030 9000
Childline
Free phone line offering counselling and support to children and young people. 0800 1111 www.childline.org.uk
Everyman
A national helpline for men who are violent or are concerned about the effects of their violence. Can provide telephone counselling and advice about local services. 0207 7376747 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Men’s Advice Line
malesurvivor.org
0845 0646800 (Monday – Thursday, 10am-5pm)
Male Victim Helpline
0845 064 6800
Victim Support, Hampshire & Isle of Wight
Confidential support for people affected by crime. You do not have to have reported incidents to the police to get support - www.victimsupport.org.uk/
Shelterline
If you’re worried about having nowhere to go if you leave an abusive partner. Can provide emergency access to refuge services. 0808 800 4444 www.shelter.org.uk
Samaritans
0845 7909090
Asian Women's 24-Hour Helpline
0207 4741547
Citizen’s Advice
0870 1264058
NSPCC Child Protection
For anyone concerned about a child at risk – offers information, support and counselling. 0808 8005000
NHS Direct
(24 Hour Nurse Advice) 0845 4647
Alcoholics Anonymous
02392 580776
National Drugs Helpline
Gives information and advice to anyone in the UK concerned about drugs. This includes drug users, their families, friends and colleagues. 0800 776600
Gingerbread
Support for lone parent families in England and Wales. www.gingerbread.org.uk
0800 018 4318
Hidden Hurt
Information and advice on domestic abuse, including links to national and regional organisations. www.hiddenhurt.co.uk
The Tulip Project
Supports parents who have experienced abuse at the hands of their children. 0151 637 6363
A19
Confidential advice for 9-16 year olds living with domestic abuse. 0208 5141177
