If you are experiencing domestic abuse from a partner, ex-partner or family member, you can get free and confidential help.
What is domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse can take many forms including:
- Physical abuse may include slapping, punching, spitting, pinching or grabbing
- Emotional or mental abuse may involve constant criticism, threats to you or your family, not allowing you to sleep or have your freedom, withholding food or money.
- Sexual abuse may include being forced to have sex without consent or to do things that make you feel uncomfortable
- Harassment may include phone calls, following you, turning up at work or where you are socialising, sitting outside your house.
How can I get help?
You can get help and support from a number of local and Greater Manchester organisations: