Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence

What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

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Stockport Without Abuse

Stockport Without Abuse is the largest domestic abuse organisation in Stockport. We are a local charity who offer a range of services to help and support women, men and children who are affected by domestic abuse. Everyone has the right to live their life free from fear, violence and abuse.

We provide intervention, prevention and support services and work in partnership with other statutory and voluntary organisations across Stockport and Greater Manchester. 

In an emergency:

If you are in immediate danger, call 999. If you are unable to speak when you dial 999, use “The Silent Solution” Wait for the operator to speak, then dial 55 on your keypad. This will alert the operator that you are in need of help.

In a non-emergency:

You can report a non-emergency incident to the police: By calling 101, or going online at:  Click here

You can contact us:

Please contact us on 0161 477 4294. If we cannot take your call or it is not safe for you to talk, leave your name and number. A member of the team will get back to you. Lines are staffed Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm and Friday 9am - 4:30pm. There is an answerphone outside of these hours. 

If we are unable to answer your call, or you need support outside of these hours, you should contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on: 0808 2000 247 or the Greater Manchester helpline on: 0800 254 0909.

MASSH (multi agency safeguarding & support hub) 0161 217 6028. Stockport Adult Social Care 0161 217 6029

Contact Details

0161 477 4294

Visit their website

info@stockportwithoutabuse.org.uk

PO Box 193, Stockport, SK1 3QP

TLC (Talk, Listen, Change)

TLC offer a range of services and work with both male and female perpetrators of domestic abuse, to stop abuse at the source. They also offer integrated support to partners, ex-partners and children.

TLC's mission is to support safe, healthy & happy relationships by preventing domestic abuse and supporting those who are affected by it.

Their programmes include Striving for Change: A 6-week programme for perpetrators and their partners to raise awareness of unhealthy behaviours.

 The Women's Behaviour Change: programme for women who are abusive towards their partners, their one-to-one Victim & Survivor Support: and their Children & Young People's Support: programme.

Contact Details

0161 872 1100

Visit their website

enquiries@talklistenchange.org.uk

Registered Office, 346 Chester Road, Old Trafford, Manchester M16 9EZ

Greater Manchester End The Fear

Anybody who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence or is being abused can find help, support and advice from End the Fear. They want to encourage victims of domestic and sexual violence in Greater Manchester to find the courage to come forward and seek support and help.

They to offer help to anyone who is concerned about their behaviour towards a partner and understand it can be tough facing up to difficult problems. End of Fear can support you to make the changes that you need, so that you are safe around your partner and children if you have them.

Find out about your local services by ringing the help lines or click here to find out more.

Contact Details

0161 636 7525 24/7 or NATIONAL HELPLINE NUMBER: 0808 2000 247

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NESTAC

NESTAC (New Step for African Communities) are a charity aimed at supporting refugees and asylum seekers from new emerging communities across North West England. We have a range of services aimed at addressing cultural issues affecting the health and wellbeing of predominantly African immigrant families. Since 2012, our focus shifted to combating Violence Against Women and Girls, particularly gaining recognition for our work against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

Contact Details

Call either 01619756009 / 07426894361

Visit their website

enquiries@nestac.org.uk

Houldsworth Business & Arts Centre, Houldsworth Mill, 
Houldsworth Street, Reddish, Stockport  SK5 6DA 

 Instagram:nestaccharity Twitter: @NestacUK Facebook:@NestacUK

OWLS (Ongoing Women's Local Support)

OWLS is a peer support group offering help and support to women that have or are going through domestic abuse. There's help out there and you don't have to go through it alone. OWLS was set up by three women that met in a local refuge and thought that support was still needed once they had left. OWLS offers a:

• Buddy system: if you want someone to go with you to appointments I.e. Doctors, Hospital, Solicitors
• Weekly coffee mornings: OWLS provide support and advice and can signpost you to other agencies over a brew and a chat
• One 2 one help: if you don’t feel up to attending coffee mornings but want one to one support
• Laptops: OWLS offers you the use of laptops, internet and printers at the coffee mornings
• Freedom Programme: Is a 12-week domestic abuse course that looks at the tactics and beliefs of the dominator

Contact Details

0161 425 6300

Visit their website

On line contact form

info@owlsgroup.co.uk

Facebook: owlsgroupstockport 

Safe Stockport Partnership

The Safe Stockport Partnership provide support and advice for people who are suffering from domestic abuse.

Domestic Abuse is defined as any violence or other abuse between family members, current or former partners in an intimate relationship, whenever and wherever the incidents occur. It may include physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse.

Contact Details

0161 474 3143

Visit their website

 DAF@stockport.gov.uk

Domestic Abuse Services in Stockport, Community Safety Unit, Stopford House,
Piccadilly, Stockport, SK1 3XE

Stockport Women's centre

Stockport Women's Centre offers advice and guidance to women aged 18 and over living in Stockport. They know that you may feel alone and understand it takes courage to seek help and take that first important step.

If you have experienced sexual or domestic violence or abuse, the effects can be devastating and long-lasting therefore managing relationships within your family, friends or community can be challenging.

The Women's Centre can help you. The Centre offers a full range of therapeutic treatments and support services including 1-1 counselling and group sessions; including courses and art groups. All of which are planned to make you feel safe, supported, respected and empowered. 

Contact Details

0161 355 4455 Monday to Friday from 10am to 4:30pm.

Visit their website

admin@stockportwomenscentre.co.uk

Stockport Women's Centre, 39 Greek Street, Stockport, SK3 8AX