Domestic Abuse

Domestic Abuse – How to get help and support

We know that some of our patients will be living with Domestic Abuse. The following links may help you to find support. Our clinicians can offer more advice should you need it so please do get in touch.

https://www.dover.gov.uk/Community/Community-Safety/Crime-safety-advice/Domestic-abuse.aspx

https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC ABUSE & NEED IMMEDIATE HELP?
ASK FOR ANI

STEP 1 If a pharmacy has the ASK FOR ANI symbol on display, this means they are ready to help.

STEP 2 Approach a member of staff and ASK FOR ANI.

STEP 3 They will offer you a private space, provide a phone and ask if you want a 999 police response or to speak to a domestic abuse support helpline.

For further information

VISIT: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse-how-to-get-help

Action Needed Immediately #YOUARENOTALONE

Whoever you are, there is no excuse for Domestic abuse

Information from Kent Police

This is a crime and it can affect anyone.

Our specialist teams are here to help 24/7.

Kent Police will respond to your call and can arrest anyone committing offences against you.

In an emergency dial 999 or 101 for non-emergencies. You can also speak to someone online at www.kent.police.uk

There are other agencies working with Kent Police to support you:

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Domestic Abuse Support Services in Kent and Medway: www.domesticabuseservices.org.uk/
Victim Support: 08 0816 89111
www.victimsupport.org.uk
Galop (Previously known as Broken Rainbow) https://www.galop.org.uk/
Childline: 0800 1111