Support if you are experiencing domestic abuse
COVID-19 response
Please see specific information regarding Gender Based Violence Service Provision
Support if you are experiencing domestic abuse
Domestic abuse can affect anyone regardless of their age, sex, race, sexual orientation, religion or social background and may be perpetrated by a partner or ex partner.
It may be a one off incident or an on-going pattern of incidents taking many forms that can be physical, emotional, sexual or financial.
If you think you are experiencing domestic abuse you should talk to someone you trust. You have the right to live free from abuse.
- in an emergency call 999 or the 24-hour National Domestic Helpline on 0800 027 1234
- our Domestic Abuse Advocacy Support service is here to help anyone experiencing domestic abuse. Phone 01835 825024, email daas@scotborders.gov.uk or complete our online form for confidential advice and support
Advice and support is available
If you are looking for help or advice on domestic abuse there are a number of services that can help if you:
- are looking for advice, support or to discuss your options
- are thinking about leaving temporarily or permanently, it is important that you tell someone, this could be a trusted friend, family member or employer. The National Domestic Abuse helpline is free and confidential and available 24 hours a day
- feel you need to get out immediately
- do not want to leave but need to get the abuser removed from your home
- have suffered any injuries, even if they seem slight, seek medical attention. You might feel better if you are able to take someone with you for moral support
Economic abuse
Surviving Economic Abuse is a new UK charity who provides a huge range of advice, information and resources for professionals and survivors. Find out more on their website.