The festive season can be a difficult time for those experiencing domestic abuse, but we want you to know that you’re not alone.

Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse. Here at One Vision Housing we recognise the different types of abuse that can occur in various contexts.

We urge anyone who thinks they are currently affected by domestic abuse to contact ourselves, the police or a registered charity for support.

• Sefton Women's and Children's Aid

  A free and confidential support for women, young people and children throughout the borough of Sefton.

  0151 394 1400 / help@swaca.com

  https://www.swaca.com/

• Sefton Independent Domestic Violence Advocate Service

  A service provided for those being affected by domestic abuse throughout Sefton.

  0151 934 5142

  IDVA.Team@sefton.gov.uk

  https://www.sefton.gov.uk/advice-benefits/crime-and-emergencies/independent-domestic-violence-advisors-team.aspx

• Sefton Domestic Abuse Service

  Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm

  A local helpline for anyone affected by domestic abuse

  0151 394 1400

• Liverpool Domestic Abuse Service 

  A free, independent and confidential service for those suffering with domestic abuse.

  0800 084 2744

  Mobile/text for hard of hearing 07923 232 327

  https://liverpooldomesticabuseservice.org.uk/

• Merseyside Domestic Abuse Service

  Formally known as Chrysalis, the service provides support for women, children and young people being affected by domestic abuse.

  07802 722703

  www.mdvs.org

• Cheshire East Domestic Abuse Hub

  A hub for information, consultation, referral and triage for families affected by domestic abuse.

  0300 123 5101

  Website

• Women's Aid

  A 24 hour freephone service providing national domestic abuse support.

  0808 2000 247

  https://www.womensaid.org.uk/

• Rights of Women

  Advice surrounding family law, supporting those who are experiencing or have previously experienced domestic abuse.

  info@row.org.uk

  0207 251 6575

  https://rightsofwomen.org.uk/

• The National Centre for Domestic Violence

  A free and fast emergency service for victims of domestic abuse regardless of circumstances.

  0800 970 2070

  Text NCDV to 60777

  https://www.ncdv.org.uk/

• Respect Men's Advice Line

  A helpline for men experiencing domestic abuse.

  0808 801 0327

  info@mendadviceline.org.uk

  http://respect.uk.net/?_sm_au_=iVV6N3QBB7rBn7Dr

• Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge

  Refuge is an independent, specialist charity that supports women fleeing domestic abuse and other forms of gender-based violence.

  0808 2000 247

  http://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

• The Deaf Health Charity

  To make a referral or an enquiry, please contact:
  Email: da@signhealth.org.uk
  Deaf people can contact us directly for advice or support below:
  Monday-Friday 9.30am-4.30pm
  SMS : 07800 003421

  More information at: signhealth.org.uk/domesticabuse

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• Suzy Lamplugh Trust

  Information about reporting stalking or harassment

  National Stalking Helpline 0808 802 0300

  www.Suzylamplugh.org

• Savera

  Savera UK is working to end “honour”-based abuse and all harmful practices

  0800 107 0726 helpline

  www.Saverauk.co.uk

• Clare’s law (Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme)

  A police run scheme that lets you or anyone else formally request or receive usually confidential information about a romantic partner’s criminal history

  What is Clare’s Law?

• Police

  The police support the individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. The police is contactable through an emergency and non-emergency telephone number.

  999

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