National Helplines
In an emergency, or if you feel in danger, phone 999 immediately. You can do this from a mobile, even if you don’t have credit.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
0808 2000 247
The 24/7 freephone National DV Helpline can provide confidential advice for women experiencing domestic abuse, or others calling on their behalf, from anywhere in the UK. They can also point you towards domestic abuse organisations in your area.
Women’s Aid
Women’s Aid is the key national charity working to end domestic abuse and abuse against women and children. They co-run the National DV Helpline with Refuge.
Childline
ChildLine is a national counselling service for children and young people. If you’re a young person and you’re worried about something, big or small, you can speak to someone about it by calling ChildLine.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
The 24/7 freephone National DV Helpline can provide confidential advice for women experiencing domestic abuse, or others calling on their behalf, from anywhere in the UK. They can also point you towards domestic abuse organisations in your area.
Rape Crisis
Freephone helpline for women and girls who have been raped or sexually assaulted. The helpline is open daily 12 – 2.30pm and 7pm – 9.30pm, for advice and support.
Men’s Advice Line
Providing help and support for male victims of domestic abuse. Calls are free. The helpline is open Mon to Fri, 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 5pm.
Respect
Respect runs a confidential helpline for domestic abuse perpetrators (male or female). They offer information and advice to support perpetrators, stop their abuse and change their abusive behaviours. Helpline is open Mon – Fri, 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 5pm.
Bury St. Edmunds Women’s Aid Centre Ltd
01284 753085 (for advice).
Our Independent Domestic Abuse Advisors can offer one-to-one support for women going through the justice system and the courts due to domestic abuse.
The Ferns
0300 123 5058 (24hr Helpline).
The Ferns is a SARC (Sexual Assault Referral Centre). They offer medical care and emotional support to any victim of rape and sexual assault.
Suffolk Rape Crisis
Local support and confidential advice for women who have experienced rape or sexual assault. Helpline is open Tues and Thurs, 7pm – 9pm.