Domestic abuse
If you, or a friend or relative, is suffering from domestic abuse, it’s important to tell someone.
Domestic abuse can include any of the below:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Harassment or threats
- Financial control
- Shouting at you (including in front of children)
- Stalking you
- Inappropriate sexual behaviour
The following local services offer advice and support:
Victim Support
0808 168 9276
kent.da@victimsupport.cjsm.net
Home-start Domestic Abuse One Stop Shop
01303 244836
hello@homestartshepway.org.uk
Rising Sun Domestic Violence & Abuse Service
01227 452852
referrals@risingsunkent.com
Clarion Domestic Abuse Support Line
07376 637069
centrakent@centragroup.org.uk
National Domestic Violence Helpline
0808 200 0247
The Housing team takes all reports of domestic abuse seriously. We are currently working to achieve Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance accreditation. We will update you on this in upcoming newsletters.