Emergency Help & Advice
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Avon and Somerset Domestic Abuse FreeFone Service (DAFFS)
Added: 10 March 2015
This is a free phone service which will not leave a trace on your telephone bill and can put you in touch with services available in your area including refuges, legal advice and other support services.
0800 6949999
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Womens aid national domestic aduse helpline
Added: 09 February 2015 | Visit website here
They will discuss the practical and legal options available, and if you wish, refer you to a local Women's Aid refuge and advice service, or other sources of help.
0808 2000 247
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This Is Not An Excuse
Added: 23 September 2014 | Visit website here
This is not an excuse site has been designed and is maintained by Avon and Somerset Constabulary to raise awareness of domestic abuse, rape and serious sexual assault and to signpost to organisations that provide help and support. The concept originated from a Scottish Rape Crisis campaign and has since been evolved by Avon and Somerset Police, Safer Bristol and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset.
Rape, sexual assault and domestic abuse are very serious crimes. It is a priority for us to protect adults and children who are at risk and to sensitively investigate all reports. We will take action against offenders wherever possible and work with other agencies in preventing and reducing this crime. Throughout all of this, our actions will remain focussed on the victims.
This website gives you general information as well as guidance on help and support you may need to make the decision that is right for you.
If you or someone you know has been affected, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police on 999 or 101. If you do not want to speak to the police, please contact one of the Specialist Agencies who can offer practical help and support.
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The Sexual Violence Survivor Pathway
Added: 30 May 2014
SARSAS and partners have developed 'The Survivor Pathway'
This is a new website designed primarily as a guide for anyone wanting to know more about specialist sexual violence services.
For Somerset Services, please click here.
What can this pathway do for you?
The pathway is designed to help the survivor or the supporter to consider options, ensure safety is paramount, reflect on what could be useful and provide information on how to access services.
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Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support
Added: 27 March 2014
SARAS provides the best possible service to all women and girls who have experienced rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives.
We run a helpline, offer 1 to 1 support and 1 to 1 counselling.
Helpine numbers are 0808 801 0456 or 0117 929 8868.
E-support: [email protected]
Taunton office 01823 324 944.
www.saras.org.uk
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