Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can come in many forms. It is rarely a one off incident and it is not only about being physically or sexually abused. You may be subject to more subtle attacks, such as constant breaking of trust, isolation, psychological games and harassment. Emotional abuse is just as serious and damaging; many survivors will carry the emotional scars long after any physical injuries have healed.

Always call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger

Hounslow Domestic and Sexual Violence Outreach
Hounslow Domestic and Sexual Violence Outreach The service provides telephone or face to face support, advice and advocacy to all victims of domestic and sexual violence that reside in the London Borough of Hounslow. Staff are specifically trained and DBS checked and are dedicated to help those at risk to escape violence and abuse.
If you are or have experienced domestic or sexual violence contact the service for assistance with safeguarding , access to national refuges, security for your property, support through the Criminal Justice System and other issues relating to incidences of domestic and sexual violence.
Call 0208 247 6163 (Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm)
Hounslow VAWG One Stop Shop

A free, weekly drop-in service for anyone experiencing domestic and sexual abuse and other forms of gender-based violence. Read more...

24-hour Freephone National Domestic Violence Helpline (Opens in New Window)
0808 2000 247 for 24/7 confidential support and information or visit the website...
Women and Girls Network (Opens in New Window)
Supporting women and girls across London affected by gendered violence.
This includes childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, rape, prostitution (including trafficking and sexual exploitation), female genital mutilation (FGM), and so-called 'honour' based crimes such as forced marriage.
Southall Black Sisters (Opens in New Window)
An advice, advocacy and resource centre in West London which provides a comprehensive service to women experiencing violence and abuse and other forms of inequality. They offer specialist advice, information, casework, advocacy, counselling and self-help support services in several community languages, especially South Asian languages. Whilst their focus is on the needs of black and minority women, They will not turn any woman away who needs emergency help.
DVIP (Domestic Violence Intervention Programme)
DVIP (Domestic Violence Intervention Programme) runs 26 week rolling group programme for men who have used domestic violence and abuse against their partners. This group is designed to stop violent and abusive behaviour, and help people instead form healthy, respectful relationships.

The programme is suitable for those who acknowledge that their behaviour towards their partner or ex-partner has been violent and/or abusive at times; who are keen to try and change some of the things that have gone wrong; and who want to work towards stopping those things from happening again.

Alongside the group there is a confidential DVIP Women's Support Service, working separately with the partners of those who have used abuse.

We are currently accepting referrals for the programme. If you would like to refer yourself for the programme then please call DVIP.

For professionals wanting to refer families or individuals they are working with please call or email us.

If you would like to use the service or find out more about it, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Call 0207 633 9181 or Email dvip.vpp@richmondfellowship.org.uk
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GALOP - national helpline (Opens in New Window)

Emotional and practical support for LGBT people experiencing domestic abuse.

Supportline: 0800 999 5428

Rights of Women (Opens in New Window)
A women’s charity working in a number of ways to help women through the law. Service aimed at providing women with the legal advice and information they need to understand and use the law and their legal rights. 
For women in London call: 020 7608 1137
Respect (Opens in New Window)
Domestic abuse organisation leading the development of safe, effective work with perpetrators, male victims and young people using violence in their close relationships.   
Men’s Advice Line for Male Victims of Domestic Violence
Helpline for advice and support for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse.

The Men's Advice Line is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Telephone 0808 801 0327 - free from landlines and most mobiles phones 
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