Domestic abuse

Get help for domestic violence and abuse.

Local resources

Domestic abuse: Avon and Somerset Police

Report domestic abuse.
Next Link

Support for anyone of any background, community, age or gender in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset who has experienced domestic abuse.
The Bridge Bristol

Help after rape and sexual assault. Call for free and confidential advice.
SARSAS (Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support)

Free, anonymous, and confidential support for people aged 13+ of all genders who have been affected by rape or sexual abuse.
Domestic abuse support and advice: Keeping Bristol Safe Partnership

Information about organisations that can give support and advice, by the type of violence or abuse.

Get help for domestic violence and abuse: NHS

Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help.
How to protect children from domestic abuse: NSPCC

Experiencing domestic abuse is child abuse, advice if you are worried about a child.
Refuge

National domestic abuse helpline.
Domestic violence and abuse

Domestic and sexual abuse and violence is not acceptable. If you or someone you know is a victim, report it and get help.
Freedom programme

8-week programme to look at how attitudes and beliefs shape abusive partners' actions and victims' responses. It helps parents understand their experiences and can be attended even while still in an abusive relationship.

Opoka

Help for women and children in the Polish community who experience domestic violence and abuse to benefit from greater access to care, support, justice, and other services needed to ensure physical and mental health, social wellbeing, and financial security.
National Domestic Violence Helpline

For women experiencing domestic abuse. You'll be able to talk confidentially to someone about your situation and find out what your options are.

Galop

Support for LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.
Karma Nirvana

Get help if you are experiencing Honour Based Abuse or facing a forced marriage.
Halo

Safeguarding, supporting and empowering women and children from Black and minoritised communities whose lives have been affected by violence and abuse to live free from abuse without fear for a healthier, safer and brighter future.
True Honour

Support for survivors of Honour Based Violence (HBV), Forced Marriage (FM) and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

Children and Young People Domestic Abuse Recovery Toolkit

8 week group programme for ages 8 to 16 who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. It complements the Adult Domestic Abuse Recovery Toolkit and follows the same therapeutic model.

Men's Advice Line: Respect

Support for men affected by domestic abuse.
Mankind Initiative

Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence across the UK as well as their friends, family, neighbours, work colleagues and employers.

Hope2Recovery Toolkit

Six week course to equip adults with practical knowledge to understand, manage, and take action to protect themselves and their children in abusive relationships. It also supports parents in building safer future plans while connecting them to ongoing resources and support.
Freedom for Children

This 8 week programme supports primary school children affected by domestic abuse, helping them heal and understand their experiences. It offers a safe space for expressing feelings and learning coping strategies, delivered in small groups or one-to-one sessions.