Hull: Domestic Abuse Services

Hull Domestic Abuse Services

• Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership: 01482 318 759 - To access support online www.hulldap.co.uk

• Hull Women’s Aid: 01482 446099 - To access live chat www.hullwomensaid.org

• Preston Road Women’s Centre: 01482 790310

• Strength to Change - Helping men find the strength to stop Domestic Abuse 01482 613403 www.hullstrengthtochange.org 

• Early Help and Safeguarding Hub (EHASH) 01482 448879 option 4

If out of hours, please contact:  Emergency Duty Team 01482 300304

• What happens if you contact Hull’s Domestic Abuse Partnership?

If you are a victim of domestic abuse, contact us in confidence at the domestic abuse partnership (DAP) for help on 01482 318 759.

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CTP-Focus on resettlement

The latest employment opportunities, vocational training updates, event details and resettlement-related news for Service leavers at any stage of their transition from the military to civilian life. CTP-Focus on resettlement ​

Scotland: Breathing Space

Mental wellbeing of people in Scotland

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Our advisors provide listening, information and advice for people in Scotland feeling low, stressed or anxious.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Domestic Abuse - Practical tips for survivor safety

Aurora New Dawn, who currently provide advocacy support to the Army, provide some tips in this document regarding things to consider as part of a 'safety plan'.

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Domestic abuse - Signposting to areas to seek further support

There are many organisations that specialise in supporting those who are or have been in an abusive relationship.

 Attached is a leaflet from ManKind who specialise in male support as well as links to other organisations that specialise in supporting those from specific communities; abuse is experienced differently by every individual survivor although some communities may experience very particular forms of abuse. 

Regardless of any personal characteristic – there are no excuses for domestic abuse.

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Support services - Galop the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity - Galop

Ashiana Sheffield | Get Help and SupportAshiana Sheffield

Stay Safe East | Stay Safe East – Tel or SMS/Text: 07865 340 122 (staysafe-east.org.uk)

Overview - Nepali Domestic And Sexual Abuse Project - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Domestic Abuse - Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) info

Understanding different types of support available: SARCs can be accessed by anyone who is a victim/survivor of sexual assault or abuse.

However, the NHS notes that awareness that these services exist is still low and they are keen to increase that awareness across the population. 

This document contains information about what a SARC is, what you can expect when you attend a SARC, and links to further information.​

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Domestic Abuse - Survivor Stories: Parenting and children

Supporting parents who have a child with an abusive partner: The 16 days of action campaign team have been supported by real survivors of domestic abuse from within Defence to help spread awareness that this is something that affects our people, and to champion their voices in sharing their experiences so that people can understand through this first-hand insight.

This story focuses on the issues that may occur post-separation and shines a light on the complexities that being a parent, together with an abusive partner, can add to an already complex situation. ​

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Wimbish: Wethersfield Drop-In Clinic

Information provided by Wimbish HIVE

Highland Council: Military Liaison Group (MLG) Armed Forces Quick Access

The Highland Council Military Liaison Group have produced a quick access form to help with the transition of schools/education for Armed Forces families moving into the Highlands.

To access the form and use the links, please click on the above image.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

The Army is becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE)

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By the end of 2022 the Army is becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE).

The first phase of the programme launched in Oct 21 and will see all 1* and above HQs become TFWE by the end of this year. The next phase will see the main body of the Army become TFWE Jan – Mar 22.

There are, of course, exemptions for married accommodation and SLA, but any family member going onto the Army estate will have to comply with this requirement.

Please see the Q&A by clicking on image above.