Support for victims
The following organisations provide a range of support for people affected by domestic abuse.
For female victims of domestic abuse:
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Changing Pathways – Thurrock Against Domestic Abuse services, including emergency accommodation for women – and their children – suffering domestic abuse, help and advice, and a drop-in centre for counselling and support
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South Essex Rape and Incest Crisis Centre (SERICC) – provides a service to women and girls over 13 years-old who have been raped, sexually assaulted, experienced child sexual abuse, sexual harassment or who have experienced any form of sexual violence or attempted sexual assault
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Essex Compass – a partnership of domestic abuse services providing a response in Essex
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Essex Victims' Gateway – information and advice on what to do and how to get help if you have been a victim of domestic violence in Thurrock, Southend or Essex
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Refuge 24-hour national domestic abuse helpline – free phone support and online information for women and children
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National Women's Aid – offers live chat and email support, and keeps an up-to-date list of all refuge accommodation across the county
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National Centre for Domestic Violence – provides help with getting an injunction
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Rights of Women – provides information to women concerning legal rights
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Victim Support – offers free confidential support to anyone, whether or not the crime has been reported to the police, and has a drop-in service in Thurrock
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Asylum Aid – provides free legal representation and advice to asylum seekers and refugees, helping women fleeing serious human rights violations to gain protection in the UK
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Jewish Women's Aid – an organisation run by Jewish women for Jewish women and children who have been subjected to domestic abuse
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Southall Black Sisters – provides information, advice, advocacy, practical help, counselling and support to Asian and African-Caribbean women and children experiencing domestic abuse and sexual abuse, including marriage and honour crimes
For male victims of domestic abuse:
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Men's Advice Line – a confidential helpline for all men experiencing domestic violence by a current or ex-partner, including heterosexual and same-sex relationships
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ManKind Initiative – a helpline offering advice and emotional support
For lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT+) victims of domestic abuse:
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Galop – supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people experiencing hate crime, domestic abuse or sexual violence
For victims of domestic abuse who have disabilities:
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Thurrock Coalition – offers support and advice for residents of Thurrock with both physical and learning disabilities
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Respond – works with children and adults with learning disabilities who have experienced abuse or trauma
For perpetrators of domestic abuse:
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Respect Phoneline – confidential helpline offering advice, information and support to help you stop being violent and abusive to your partner