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Local Support (A-Z)
A Way Out
A Way Out is an outreach and prevention charity which aims to engage, empower and equip vulnerable and excluded women, families and young people to live lives free from harm, abuse and exploitation and to reduce life-limiting choices and behaviour.
T: 01642 655 071
E: info@awayout.co.uk
W: www.awayout.co.uk
Arch Teesside
ARCH Teesside is a specialist sexual violence service offering free and confidential support, help and advocacy to people in the Teesside area who have experienced rape and sexual abuse at any point in their lives.
T: 01642 822 311
E: referrals@archteesside.org
W: www.archteesside.org
Changing Futures North East
Changing Futures North East offers support to families and couples to reduce parental conflict, either when in a relationship or separated.
T: 01429 891 444
W: www.changingfuturesne.co.uk
E: admin@changingfuturesne.co.uk
Cleveland Police
Domestic abuse is a crime and should be reported. If a crime is taking place or someone is in immediate danger, always call 999. In a non-emergency call 101. Cleveland Police officers are trained to respond to domestic abuse and protecting the communities of Cleveland is a priority. Cleveland Police have specialist investigators for domestic abuse within the organisation and also have Domestic Abuse Intervention Officers who support in reducing harm to our communities and supporting victims, working collaboratively with partner agencies. Cleveland Police also offer Clare’s Law (Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme) and have some of the highest disclosure rates in the country. For more information please visit Request information under Clare's Law: Make a Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) application | Cleveland Police or call 101.
The Halo Project
The Halo Project provides safeguarding and on-going confidential advice, help and support to black and minoritised women, girls and children who are at risk of and/or are survivors of domestic and sexual violence and abuse, including forced marriage, honour-based abuse and female genital mutilation. Community support includes refuge accommodation, help to stay safe, practical, emotional and cultural support, including legal, financial and community education.
T: 01642 683 045
E: info@haloproject.org.uk
W: www.haloproject.org.uk
Harbour Support Services
Harbour works with families and individuals affected by abuse from a partner, former partner or family member and provides an integrated support service to residents of Hartlepool.
T: 03000 20 25 25 (24 hours)
Harbour provides the following support:
- Safe accommodation (refuge and dispersed properties)
- Outreach for victims and survivors
- IDVA support
- Children and young people support
- Prevention service
Support is available to both those experiencing abuse, including children, and those who harm their partners, ex-partners and family members.
Hart Gables
Hart Gables is a support service for those who identify as LGBTQ+ across Teesside and East Durham.
T: 01642 675 509
E: info@hartgables.org.uk
W: www.hartgables.org.uk
SARC
Teesside Sexual Assault Referral Centre offers free, confidential healthcare and compassionate support to people aged 16 years and over in Teesside who have experienced sexual assault, including rape in their lifetime.
T: 03302230099
E: middlesbroughanddurham.sarc@nhs.net
W: www.sarcteesside.co.uk
Suzy Lamplugh Trust
Suzy Lamplugh Trust offers expert advice in lone-working and personal safety training, stalking training, as well as consultancy, campaigning, and support services. Across the Cleveland area, Suzy Lamplugh Trust provides support to victims of stalking via an Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC).
T: 0808 802 0300.
E: cleveland@suzylamplugh.org
W: www.suzylamplugh.org
National Support
Dogs Trust Freedom Project
Dog fostering service for victims of domestic abuse who need to access safe accommodation and are unable to take their pets.
W: www.dogstrustfreedom.org.uk
T: 03003033497
Forced Marriage Unit
A public helpline to provide advice and support to victims and potential victims of forced marriage.
T: 02070080151
Galop
National helpline for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence
W: www.galop.org.uk
T: 08009995428
Man Kind
Helpline for male victims of domestic abuse
W: www.mankind.org.uk
T: 08088001170
Men’s Advice Line
The national helpline for male victims of domestic abuse
W: www.mensadviceline.org.uk
T: 08088010327
National Centre for Domestic Violence
A free, fast emergency injunction service to survivors of domestic abuse and violence regardless of their financial circumstances, race, gender or sexual orientation.
W: www.ncdv.org.uk
T: 08009702070
Paladin
Paladin assists high-risk victims of stalking throughout England and Wales.
W: www.paladinservice.co.uk
T: 02038664107
Refuge
A 24/7 helpline for women and children affected by domestic abuse
W: www.refuge.org.uk
T: 0808 2000 247
Respect
Help for domestic abuse perpetrators
W: www.respectphoneline.org.uk
T: 08088024040
Women’s Aid
Information and support for women impacted by domestic abuse, including a live chat service
W: www.womensaid.org.uk
Additional Information
Safety App – Bright Sky
Safety App – Hollie Guard
Support available from DWP
