National Aid Organisations and Refuges
Women's Aid is a national charity working to end domestic violence.
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Refuge is a national charity for women and children suffering domestic violence.
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0808 2000 247 (24hr)
Victim support is a national charity which helps people cope with the effects of crime.
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0845 241 1832
Local Aid Organisations and Refuges
Let Go Project (Penrith)
Specialist advice & Support for all aspects Of domestic Violence emotional and practical support. Your own adviser will help and advise in total confidence.
01768 840683 (7 days)
West Cumbria Domestic Violence
Support for victims, perpetrators, their families and friends who are or have been in abusive relationships. Support is via one to one counselling, group counselling and the Freedom Project.
01900 67167
01900 67167
Impact Housing Floating Support 01228 633609 (for those at risk of losing their home through domestic abuse)
Helpline 01228 591995
Safety Net
Providing free advice, support and counselling to children, young people and their families who have experience of rape, sexual abuse or domestic abuse.
01228 515859
West Cumbria Rape Crisis
Offering free support to anyone over the age of 16 years, who has been affected by rape, sexual assault or sexual abuse at any time in their lives. This includes support for partners, carers, family members and friends amongst others 01900 829729
Useful websites
Hidden Hurt
A UK-based Domestic Abuse Information and Support Site covering all aspects of domestic violence, from the abuser to the victim and witnessing children.