What is domestic abuse?
There are many forms of domestic abuse including
- coercive control
- psychological abuse
- emotional abuse
- physical abuse
- sexual abuse
- financial abuse
- harassment
- stalking
- online abuse
- digital abuse.
We will believe you.
That’s our message to reassure you that help and support is available for anyone who is experiencing, or at risk of, domestic abuse.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please dial 999.
If you’re worried about your safety contact the Council’s support service, Harbour my.harbour.org.uk or 0191 251 3305.
If you’re worried about someone else’s relationship such a family member, friend of colleague, contact Findaway for advice and support www.wefindaway.org.uk or 0300 140 0061.
If you’re worried about your behaviour contact the Respect phoneline respectphoneline.org.uk or 0808 802 4040.