Other sources of advice
National Domestic Violence helpline
The National Domestic Violence helpline helps women and children affected by domestic violence confidential support and information. Information and support is also provided to friends and family seeking to support women and children who are experiencing, or who have experienced, domestic violence.
The helpline is operated by Women’s Aid (www.womensaid.org.uk) and Refuge (www.refuge.org.uk)
National 0808 2000 247
Respect Phoneline
The Respect Phoneline is an information and advice line for people who are abusive towards their partners. This phoneline is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10-1 and 2-5
United Kingdom 0845 122 8609
www.respect.uk.net
Email phoneline@respect.uk.net
Text 07624 818 326
Drinkaware
The drinkaware website helps those who are worried about their drinking and provides information on responsible drinking. The website is operated by the Drinkaware Trust.
www.drinkaware.co.uk
Telephone 0207 307 7450
There are many other places and people to seek help from. Sometimes just talking to someone helps – a trusted friend, your doctor or someone from your church or faith community can be a great support.
Samaritans
The Samaritans offer help by telephone, email, letter and face to face in most of their branches. They are available to anyone in the UK and Ireland.