There is a wealth of support for those experiencing domestic abuse, national, local and on campus to help with everything, from advice, counselling, housing, childcare, and finances. Here are some useful contacts:

 

National Support

 

999

If you or your children are in immediate danger, call the Police.

 

Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline

Women and Children

✆ 24 Hour Free Phone - 0808 2000 247

Online Chat Monday – Friday 3pm – 10pm - www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

 

Respect Men’s Advice Line

✆ Free Phone – Monday - Friday 9am – 8pm – 0808 8010 327

Online Chat - Wednesday – Friday 10-11am & 3-4pm - https://mensadviceline.org.uk

 

GALOP LGBT+ Anti Violence Charity

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans+

✆ Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm and Wednesday & Thursday until 8pm - 0800 999 5428

 

Rape Crisis England and Wales

Victims and survivors of sexual violence

✆ 0808 802 9999 – 12pm - 2.30pm & 7pm – 9.30pm everyday

Online chat – Varied times - https://rapecrisis.org.uk

Find your local Rape Crisis Centre - https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/find-a-rape-crisis-centre/

 

Respect Advice Line

Help for perpetrators

✆ Free Phone - 0808 802 4040 – Monday - Friday 9am - 8pm

Online Chat – Wednesday – Friday 10-11am & 3-4pm – www.respectphoneline.org.uk

 

Local Support

 

Bolton at Home Domestic Abuse Team

✆ Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm - 01204 329363

 

Endeavour Project

Support for young people, families and pets escaping domestic violence

✆ 01204 394 842

[email protected]

 

Fortalice

Women, children, families and young people

✆ 24 Hour Phone – 01204 365 677

 

On Campus Support

 

Bolton Students Union

✆ 01204 900850

[email protected]

 

Life Lounge

✆ 01204 903 566

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