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- Adolescent Boy's Mentoring
- Adolescent Girls Mentoring
- Adolescent to Parent Violence and Conflict Service
- Adult Counselling Service
- All About Me Mentoring
- Children's ACE Programme
- Children's Freedom Programme
- Child's Vision Domestic Violence Programme
- COBI Programme
- Community support
- Counselling Pathways
- Dandelion Time
- Domestic Abuse Drop In
- Domestic Abuse (Young Person)
- East Kent Rape Crisis
- Family Matters Helpline
- Family Now
- Freedom
- Freedom Programme
- Gangs ISVA
- Guiding Lights Groups
- Healthy Empowering Relationship Advisory Service
- Healthy Relationships
- Helpline support
- High Support Needs IDVA
- Independent Sexual Violence Advisors
- Kent Advocacy and Support Service
- Kent CDAP
- Kent Specialist Stalking Advocacy Support Service
- KIDAS Community Support
- Legal advice
- Liberty Group
- Liberty House
- Liberty Mentoring
- Lifeline
- Male Sexual Assault Support
- Medway Domestic Abuse Support
- Men's Community Support
- New Leaf Councelling
- New Leaf Groups
- New Leaf IDVA
- New Leaf Refuge
- One to one support
- Own my life
- Own My Life
- Phoenix Programme
- Place For Me
- Qwell
- Raise Young People
- Recovering together
- Recovery Toolkit
- Refuges (self contained and shared)
- Safe Accommodation Support Service
- Safer Ageing
- Safer (Sanctuary Access for Eligible Residents Scheme)
- Sanctuary
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre
- Support 2 Court
- Supporting Deaf Domestic Abuse Victims
- The Bloomers Trust
- The Mary Dolly Foundation
- Therapeutic Groups
- Thrive
- Young Persons IDVA
- Young Persons Violence Advocate
- Youth Programmes
KIDAS Community Support
Over the phone support to increase you safety and wellbeing
Medway Domestic Abuse Support
Support delivered over the phone to help adults affected by abuse to increase their safety and wellbeing
Adolescent Boy's Mentoring
For young people who may have historically witnessed or experienced domestic abuse
Adolescent Girls Mentoring
Mentoring for young people focusesing on helping them build healthy relationships
Adolescent to Parent Violence and Conflict Service
Support for families to help them communicate more effectively and better manage conflict
Adult Counselling Service
Free counselling for women who experienced domestic abuse and looking to take the next steps towards their recovery
All About Me Mentoring
Mentoring for children who have experienced trauma linked to domestic abuse
Children's ACE Programme
A group supporting children to understand what trauma is and give them tools and techniques to process their emotions
Children's Freedom Programme
A group supporting children to understand abuse and their overwhelming emotions
Child's Vision Domestic Violence Programme
Support sessions provide an opportunity for children to engage in a creative environment and talk about their experiences and emotions
COBI Programme
A12 week programme for people engaging in obsessive behaviour such as stalking
Community support
Over the phone support to increase you safety and wellbeing
Counselling Pathways
Sessions with a qualified counsellor for 5-18 year olds who experienced domestic abuse
Dandelion Time
Providing a therapeutic service and family support for children and families impacted by the trauma of domestic abuse or sexual abuse
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse Drop In
Domestic Abuse One Stop Shops offer free and confidential advice, information, and support from a range of agencies
Domestic Abuse (Young Person)
For children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse at some point in the past.
East Kent Rape Crisis
One to one support, therapy and family counselling for victims of sexual abuse
Family Matters Helpline
Sexual Abuse Helpline for support, advice, guidance, referrals and immediate one-off or short term crisis support
Family Now
A 10 week group programme on how domestic abuse can affect parenting
Freedom
A specialist dog-fostering service where your dog will be taken care of by a loving fosterer until you are safe and ready to be with them
Freedom Programme
A group teaching people affected by domestic abuse about the dynamics of abuse delivered over 11 weekly sessions
Gangs ISVA
Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) who work with individuals affected by sexual violence in gangs
Guiding Lights Groups
Group sessions for adolescent girls at risk of exploitation or unhealthy relationships
Healthy Empowering Relationship Advisory Service
One to one and group support for young women and gender diverse people focusing on healthy relationships
Healthy Relationships
A 12 week programme for people using abusive behaviour, focusing on behaviour change and healthy relationships
Helpline support
Free support for people affected by domestic abuse who are at low risk of harm
High Support Needs IDVA
One to one support for people experiencing abuse alongside homelessness, drugs, or alcohol use
Independent Sexual Violence Advisors
Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) offer one to one support for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse
Kent Advocacy and Support Service
Over the phone support for people affected by abuse and have been risk assessed as standard risk
Kent CDAP
A 27 week rolling evening programme for men using abusive behaviour who have the courage to change
Kent Specialist Stalking Advocacy Support Service
Protection Against Stalking advocacy service for victims of stalking in Kent
Legal advice
Free legal advice for domestic abuse victims, supporting documentation for special measures in court, non-molestation orders and child related orders
Liberty Group
For young women exploring how to stay safe in and out of abusive relationships, the tactics that abusers use, the effect that abuse has
Liberty House
Supported housing for homeless young women with experience of domestic abuse and who are pregnant or have a young baby
Liberty Mentoring
Mentoring that supports young women (16-24) at risk or experiencing domestic abuse in their own relationships or in a family environment
Lifeline
A specialist cat-fostering service where your cat will be taken care of by a loving fosterer until you are safe and ready to be with them
Male Sexual Assault Support
Support for men and boys who have experienced sexual assault
Men's Community Support
Domestic abuse support across Kent and Medway for men and those identifying as men
New Leaf Councelling
Free one to one counselling for adults and children who have experienced domestic abuse
New Leaf Groups
10 weekly group sessions for adults affected by domestic abuse to learn about abusive tactics and their effect
New Leaf IDVA
Support delivered over the phone to help adults affected by abuse to increase their safety and wellbeing, including support through court
New Leaf Refuge
Self-contained refuge flats for woman, males, LGBTQ+ and trans people fleeing abuse
One to one support
Support for women experiencing domestic or sexual abuse
Own my life
12 week course for women who experienced domestic abuse to regain ownership of their lives
Own My Life
A group teaching survivors of domestic abuse about trauma and recovery
Phoenix Programme
10 weekly group sessions to learn about abusive tactics and their effect
Phoenix Programme
10 weekly group sessions to learn about abusive tactics and their effect
Phoenix Programme
10 weekly group sessions to learn about abusive tactics and their effect
Phoenix Programme
10 weekly group sessions for adults affected by domestic abuse to learn about abusive tactics and their effect
Place For Me
A group programme for children who have experienced trauma linked to domestic abuse
Qwell
An online therapeutic platform for victims of crime such as domestic or sexual abuse
Raise Young People
One to one mentoring with young people affected by abuse
Recovering together
Support for parents affected by domestic abuse and their primary school-aged children in Thanet and Dover
Recovery Toolkit
A trauma-focused therapy group programme to empower participants with lifelong skills, tools and techniques
Refuges (self contained and shared)
Accommodation and support for men, women and children who can't stay safely in their local area
Safe Accommodation Support Service
Support for children and young people living in safe accommodation - refuge or sanctuary (additional security added to your home)
Safer Ageing
Support for an older person or anyone concerned about an older person who is at risk of, experiencing or recovering from abuse or neglect
Safer (Sanctuary Access for Eligible Residents Scheme)
Increasing security in your own home to help you stay there safely
Sanctuary
Increasing security in your own home to help you stay there safely
Sexual Assault Referral Centre
Healthcare and support for people of all ages in Kent and Medway that have experienced sexual assault or rape in their lifetime
Support 2 Court
Support for women accessing family court for civil court orders for protection and child contact issues
Supporting Deaf Domestic Abuse Victims
IDVA support for Deaf victims of domestic abuse through BSL or other communication methods
The Bloomers Trust
Providing essential baby items to families where a parent is a survivor of sexual exploitation, domestic abuse and sexual assault
The Mary Dolly Foundation
Counselling for children, young people and adults (male and female) who have experienced domestic or sexual abuse
Therapeutic Groups
A range of group support - Freedom, Own My Life and Power to Change
Thrive
Trauma informed counselling to men, women and children who have experienced domestic abuse
Young Persons IDVA
Flexible and engaging work with those aged between 16 and 24 who are or have experienced abuse
Young Persons Violence Advocate
Providing support for Deaf victims of domestic abuse aged 8 to 18 years
Youth Programmes
Services for primary and secondary school children recovering from experiences of abuse or at risk of being in an abusive relationship
I went to the One Stop Shop (Drop-in), I was broken, a shell of a person but I explained my situation…
I wasn’t ready for more formal support but the saving grace was that when the next incident happened I knew what I needed to do and who to go to for support.
Kate
Wider Support Services
Black & Minoritised Women
Read more about Black & Minoritised WomenImkaan Registry
Imkaan is an umbrella women’s organisation addressing violence against Black and Minoritised women and girls, and has a comprehensive list of supporting charities.
The Traveller Movement
Their work aims to advocate for and work with Romani (Gypsy), Roma & Irish Traveller people on a variety of issues, including domestic abuse
Sistah Space
Sistah Space support women and families affected by domestic abuse whilst also ensuring that cultural factors are not only considered but understood.
Disabilities
Read more about DisabilitiesSignHealth
SignHealth give Deaf people the tools to rebuild their lives and regain their confidence following domestic abuse through support from qualified Deaf IDVAs.
Refuge
Refuge, the largest domestic abuse organisation in the UK, works with other statutory and voluntary services to ensure they meet the needs of disabled women.
Respond
Respond supports people with learning disabilities, autism or both, who have experienced trauma in their lives, including domestic abuse.
Forced Marriage
Read more about Forced MarriageKarma Nirvana
Karama Nirvana run the national Honour Based Abuse Helpline, train professionals, gather data to inform policies and services, and campaign for change.
Southall Black Sisters
Southall Black Sisters provides holistic advocacy services aimed at helping Black and minoritised women live free from all forms of violence and abuse.
IKWRO
IKWRO provide support for Middle Eastern, North African (MENA) and Afghan women and girls in the UK, who are at risk of VAWG, including “honour” based abuse.
Housing
Read more about HousingKent County Council
Information on private rented housing, council homes and support for homelessness across Kent.
Porchlight
Founded to help people facing the devastating effects of homelessness. Porchlight have many services that can help support you based on your personal situation.
Catching Lives
Catching Lives is an independent charity based in Canterbury, supporting people who are homeless or insecurely housed in Canterbury & East Kent.
Legal
Read more about LegalRights of Women
Rights of Women provides free, clear and accessible information about the law and their legal rights to women experiencing domestic abuse.
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice offer free, confidential and impartial advice across a wide-range of topics, including law, housing, debt, benefits, immigration and more.
Legal Aid
You might be able to get legal aid if you have evidence that you or your children have been victims of domestic abuse and you cannot afford to pay legal costs.
LGBTQIA+
Read more about LGBTQIA+Galop
Galop is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. They are a service run by LGBT+ people for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
Switchboard
Switchboard is a national LGBTQIA+ support line for anyone, at any point in their journey. They can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity.
Stonewall Housing
They are the leading national charity supporting LGBTQ+ people of all ages who live
in the UK and are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment.
Respect
Respect support men directly and support professionals with a Male Victims Toolkit, they aim to destigmatise abuse and encourage men to speak out.
ManKind Initiative
A confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse and violence across the UK as well as their friends, family, colleagues and employers.
Men’s Community Support
Look Ahead deliver support to communities in Kent and Medway, including offering domestic abuse support for men and those identifying as men.
Mental Health
Read more about Mental HealthWithYou
WithYou provides a range of mental health support services for adult and young people, including a webchat service. WithYou has over 80 services available across the UK.
Fresh Visions
Their Thrive Domestic Abuse Counselling Services programme provides trauma-informed counselling to women and children who have experienced domestic abuse.
Live Well Kent
If you’re aged 17+ and live in Kent & Medway, Live Well Kent has a network of voluntary organisations and charities that can help you with a range of mental health support.
Older people
Read more about Older peopleHourglass
Hourglass is a charity providing confidential support to older people or those concerned about an older person who is at risk of, experiencing or recovering from domestic abuse.
Age UK
Age UK provides services at a national and local level to support older people and has expert safeguarding advice for anyone feeling at risk themselves or who has concerns about someone else.
Independent Age
A charity aimed at supporting older adults and families with clear, free and impartial advice on care and support, money and benefits, health and mobility, and staying safe.
Pets
Read more about PetsDogs Trust
The Freedom project helps dog owners who are fleeing domestic abuse. Dogs will be placed into a safe and loving foster home with dedicated volunteers until you can be safely reunited.
Cats Protection
The Lifeline project helps cat owners who are fleeing domestic abuse. Cats will be placed into a safe and loving foster home with dedicated volunteers until you can be safely reunited.
The Pet Refuge Project
They can assist those who need to flee or have fled domestic abuse, by organising a foster carer for any pets. There are no limits on the pets we help, and our foster carers are selected from a range
Refugees and Asylum Seekers
Read more about Refugees and Asylum SeekersKent Refugee Action Network
KRAN work with young people who have arrived alone in Kent and are claiming asylum. They provide a safe, positive space and offer support, both practical and emotional.
Right to Remain
Right to Remain provide a toolkit explaining the routes to immigration status and support if you have experienced domestic abuse in the UK.
Migrant Help
Migrant Help exist to protect people affected by displacement and exploitation, helping them thrive as individuals and recover from their trauma.
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7 x more likely
for victims of strangulation to be killed by their abuser (Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention, 2024)
7 attempts
on average to leave an abusive relationship for good (Refuge, 2024)