DOMESTIC ABUSE
Domestic Abuse Support
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone and support is available. Everything here is confidential. If you are in immediate danger, always call 999. If you can’t speak, press 55 when prompted and the police will still respond.
LOCAL SERVICES
Local Coventry & Warwickshire Services
Support based close to home, from local charities and council services.
Talk2Someone (Warwickshire)
A Warwickshire-based hub that lists and links to local and national domestic abuse and sexual violence support services.
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Coventry Haven Women’s Aid
A Coventry charity since 1972 offering refuge accommodation, a helpline, drop-in support and children’s services.
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NATIONAL HELPLINES
National Helplines & Information
UK-wide services offering confidential advice, helplines and safety planning.
Refuge
The UK’s largest domestic abuse charity, running refuges and a 24/7 National Domestic Abuse Helpline (0808 2000 247).
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Women’s Aid
A national federation of domestic abuse services offering the Survivor’s Handbook, safety planning and a local service directory.
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SPECIALIST SUPPORT
Specialist Services for Specific Groups
Services tailored to particular communities and circumstances.
Panahghar (Coventry & Leicester)
A Coventry and Leicester charity providing free multilingual advice, advocacy and refuge for BAME victims of domestic or gendered abuse.
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Galop
The UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, running helplines for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence or hate crime.
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Sikh Women’s Aid
A West Midlands community group of trained female advisers offering non-judgemental support to women and girls from Sikh and Punjabi communities.
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Hourglass
A UK charity tackling abuse of older people, running a 24/7 helpline and text service for physical, financial or psychological abuse.
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SEXUAL VIOLENCE & STALKING
Sexual Violence & Stalking Support
Specialist support for survivors of sexual assault, abuse or stalking.
Suzy Lamplugh Trust
A UK charity running the National Stalking Helpline, offering advice, advocacy and referrals to victims of stalking.
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Blue Sky Centre
A Sexual Assault Referral Centre serving Coventry and Warwickshire, offering 24/7 forensic examinations, healthcare and support.
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IF YOU NEED TO CHANGE
Support to Change Abusive Behaviour
Recognising your own behaviour is the first step. Confidential support is available.
Need to Talk to Someone at CWTH?
Our Health and Wellbeing Champions offer a confidential, listening ear if you’d rather talk to someone from within general practice first. You’re not alone, and reaching out is always the right step.