Support For Those Experiencing Abuse
Explore the help available for those experiencing physical, emotional or financial abuse.
If someone you are supporting is in immediate danger, please call the police on 999 and ensure you are following your organisation’s safeguarding procedures.
MK ACT
A well established local charity, MK Act provides support for those experiencing domestic abuse. This includes crisis intervention and an emergency refuge for women seeking safe accommodation. Individuals can get in touch directly or you can make referrals using the form available online.
You can find more information here:
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Managed by Refuge, the National Domestic Abuse Helpline is open 24 hours a day. Their team of trained female advisers provide non-judgmental support and guidance, via phone or webchat.
You can find more information here:
Home | Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline (nationaldahelpline.org.uk)
Respect Helpline
A helpline for male victims of domestic abuse, Respect provides non-judgemental support and guidance. Their friendly and professional advisors are available via phone, webchat and email.
You can get more information here:
Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men | Men's Advice Line UK (mensadviceline.org.uk)
The Financial Support Line for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Run by Money Advice Plus and Surviving Economic Abuse, the Financial Support Line for Victims of Domestic Abuse provides a safe space for those experiencing domestic abuse to get specialist money advice.
You can find more information here:
The Financial Support Line for Victims of Domestic Abuse (moneyadviceplus.org.uk)