Are you experiencing domestic abuse?
You are not alone

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Do you change your behaviour for partner’s reaction?
Is your partner jealous or possessive?
Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells?
Do you feel controlled, or isolated?

How we can support you
find out more about how Refuge can help you.
Keeping safe
What is it like to contact the Helpline?
We are a team of highly-trained advisers
We won’t judge you or tell you what to do; we are here to listen.
We will empower you
We will empower you to understand your options and support you to make any decisions about the future.
We can support you to increase your safety
We can help you find a refuge place, or other specialist services.
We can talk in confidence
We can talk in confidence, in many different languages, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, for as long as you need.