Domestic Violence

Make Yourself Heard

Derbyshire County Council Domestic Abuse Services

If you or anyone you know is affected by domestic abuse, contact the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Support Line

Ring 08000 198 668

Text 07534 617252

Email derbyshiredahelpline@theelmfoundation.org.uk

If you are Deaf, hearing impaired or if it is difficult for you to speak, text and tell us how we can contact you safely.

If you are in danger or you think someone else is, always ring 999.

If you ring 999 from a mobile when in danger and cannot respond to the operator, stay on the call and press 55 when told to and you will be connected to the police. Listen to their instructions.

The Elm Foundation

The Elm foundation offers a safe, non-judgemental place which will always be there for people who need it most.

We know that Domestic Abuse does not discriminate, so neither do we. Are services are available to anyone that has been affected by Domestic Abuse.

Tel: 01246 540 464

Text: 07377 400 279

Email: info@theelmfoundation.org.uk

Website: The Elm Foundation

24 hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline - @RefugeCharity

Tel: 0808 2000 247.

Website: Refuge.org.uk

Mankind

Website: Mankind.org.uk

Tel: 01823 334244

Their confidential helpline is available for male victims of domestic abuse and male victims of domestic violence across the UK.

They support men suffering from domestic abuse from their current or former wife or partner (including same-sex partner).

This can range from actual violence or object throwing to mental abuse such as constant bullying or constant insults.

The helpline provides both emotional support and practical information.

We receive calls from male victims of domestic abuse across all age ranges and professions:

• From dustmen and doctors, to, bankers and builders
• From men in their 20s to men in their 80s
• From men in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The helplines welcomes calls from mothers, sisters and friends of male victims seeking information.

Women's Aid

Women's Aid is the national charity working to end
abuse against women and children.

They want you to be empowered to talk about what
relationship abuse is and what is healthy and unhealthy in
your relationships.

Website: Womensaid.org.uk

Loverespect.co.uk a website created for the younger woman

The Women’s Aid Live Chat information (Monday to Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm): Chat Here

Email: helpline@womensaid.org.uk

Respect.UK

Domestic Violence Affects Men Too. The Men’s Advice Line is a confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and those supporting them. We offer advice and emotional support to men who experience abuse, and signpost to other vital services that help keep them and their children safe.

Tel: 0808 8010327

Website: Mens Advice Line

Are you hurting the ones you love? The Respect Phoneline is an anonymous and confidential helpline for men and women who are harming their partners and families. We provide specialist advice and guidance to help people change their behaviours and support for those working with domestic abuse perpetrators.

Tel: 0808 8024040

WebsiteRespect Phone line