Who can help?  

Worcestershire's 24-hour, freephone* helpline 0800 980 3331
*calls from mobile phones may be charged.

Worcestershire has a local countywide domestic abuse 24-hour helpline, provided by Women's Aid, which deals with any queries from people who have or are experiencing domestic abuse, or from those who may be worried about someone experiencing it. You can call if you need a listening ear, advice, and access to refuge accommodation, support/advocacy and/or someone to talk to.

If English is not your first language, there are support workers available (via an appointment system) who you can talk to in Punjabi, Urdu, Bengali and Polish. Please note that an appointment can be arranged for you to meet up with a support worker.

If you are a man who has or is currently experiencing domestic abuse, there are male support workers (should you prefer to talk to a male worker) who understand what you are going through who are there to support you and your family. Please note that an appointment can be arranged for you to meet up with a support worker.

There is a range of other confidential and free services offering advice and support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse:

• Emergency Contacts
• Local numbers 
• National numbers
• Summary of services on offer
• Housing and Support  

Related links:

• If I think someone may be experiencing domestic abuse – what can I do?
• What are the housing & support options available in Worcestershire?  
• Who can help perpetrators?  
• Home Office Leaflet for supporting a family member or friend