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We are committed to tackling domestic violence and works with partner agencies to support victims of domestic violence. We are proud to be a part of the Make a Stand Pledge which was created to encourage housing organisations to make a commitment to support people experiencing domestic abuse.
The definition of domestic abuse is any incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between those aged 16 or over who are or have been intimate partners or family members regardless of gender or sexuality. This can encompass but is not limited to the following types of abuse:
Signs of Domestic Abuse
There are different kinds of abuse, but it's always about someone having power and control over you.
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you might be in an abusive relationship.
Emotional abuse
Does your partner ever:
Threats and intimidation
Does your partner ever:
Physical abuse
The person abusing you may hurt you in a number of ways.
Does your partner ever:
Sexual abuse
Sexual abuse can happen to anyone, whether they're male or female.
Have you ever felt afraid of your partner?
Have you ever changed your behaviour because you're afraid of what your partner might do?
If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, there are lots of people who can help you.
If you are a tenant with us suffering from domestic violence please call us on 0800 678 1894 and will sign post you to agencies who can help.
In an emergency, always dial 999 - if you are unable to speak always press '55' when prompted to confirm an emergency.
You can also get help from:
If it is not safe to call, please click here for information on accessing support online: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us
Don’t suffer in silence – help is still available.
Call 101 if the situation is urgent.
Please read our Domestic Abuse Policy for more information.
Support services
24-hour National Domestic Violence
Freephone Helpline 0808 2000 247
http://www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk/
Liverpool Domestic Abuse Service (LDAS)
0151 263 7474
http://liverpooldomesticabuseservice.org.uk/
South Liverpool Domestic Abuse Service (SLDAS)
0800 083 7114 Freephone 0800 083 7114
http://www.sl-domesticabuseservices.org.uk/
Men’s Advice Line
0808 801 0327
http://www.mensadviceline.org.uk/
RASA Merseyside (Rape and Sexual Assault Advice)
Helpline Support 0151 666 1392
https://www.rasamerseyside.org/
PALADIN - National Stalking Advocacy Service
020 3866 4107 info@paladinservice.co.uk
https://paladinservice.co.uk/
LGBT Foundation
Advice Support & Information 0345 3 30 30 30
https://lgbt.foundation/how-we-can-help-you/domestic-abuse
Galop – LGBT+ Anti Violence charity
0800 999 5428
Victim Care Merseyside, is a new care and support service provided by Merseyside Police which puts victims at the centre of the region’s police service and criminal justice system.
The service is designed to give victims the best possible help to cope and recover from the after effects of crime and ensure victims get enhanced support from the first moment they report a crime to Merseyside Police right through to greater emotional support and increased counselling and therapeutic services.
Victim Care Merseyside Support Organisations