Abuse

SafeLives: Domestic Abuse and COVID-19

We know that this is a difficult and worrying time for everyone – but particularly so for adults and children living with domestic abuse, and the professionals working hard to support them. On this page we will be sharing resources to help support you through this time, and will be adding more as things progress.

Website: www.safelives.org.uk/domestic-abuse-and-covid-19

The Women's Centre Cornwall

The Women’s Centre Cornwall provides services to women and girls who have experienced sexual or domestic abuse or violence; women in the Criminal Justice System; those who are facing extreme poverty and hardship or those simply wanting to make a change in their lives.

Facebook: @WomensCentreCornwall

Twitter: @WomensCCornwall

Main Office: 01208 76466

Rape and Sexual Abuse Helpline: 01208 77099

Domestic Abuse Helpline: 01208 79992

Website: www.womenscentrecornwall.org.uk

NSPCC

Everything we do protects children today and prevents abuse tomorrow, to transform society for every childhood.

Telephone: 0808 800 5000

Website: www.nspcc.org.uk

Email: help@nspcc.org.uk

First Light

First Light is a charity supporting people in Cornwall, Devon and Wiltshire who have been affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Telephone: 0300 777 4777

Website: www.firstlight.org.uk

Email: saferfutures@firstlight.cjsm.net

National Domestic Helpline

Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone. Do you change your behaviour because you’re frightened of your partner’s reaction? Is your partner jealous and possessive? Do you feel like you’re walking on egg shells? Do you feel controlled, or isolated?
Refuge can support you!

Telephone: 0808 2000 247

Website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Childline

We’re here for you, whatever’s on your mind. We’ll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you.

Our tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration, can help you feel more in control. And you can access them in your own time, at your own pace!

Telephone: 0800 1111

Website: www.childline.org.uk