Support and safety
Get help
If you or someone you know is affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence or stalking, you are not alone. Support is free and confidential.
Call 999
If you are in danger now, call 999. If you can't speak, stay on the line and press 55 when asked on a mobile (the Silent Solution); you will be put through to the police.
Local support in Wiltshire and Swindon
FearFreeSpecialist domestic abuse support across Wiltshire, for adults, young people and children01225 775 276
Paragon SwindonThe Swindon Paragon Integrated Domestic Abuse Service, for anyone affected by domestic abuse in Swindon0800 917 8565or 01793 610 610[email protected]
SWA (Society Without Abuse)Swindon’s domestic abuse charity (formerly Swindon Women’s Aid): recovery programmes, support for children and young people, and Open2Change. Swindon helpline01793 610 610General enquiries 01793 698 001societywithoutabuse.org.uk ↗
Salisbury Women's RefugeA safe, staffed refuge near Salisbury for women and their children. To ask about a refuge place, call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. General enquiries by email.[email protected]salisburywomensrefuge.co.uk ↗
Wiltshire Bobby Van TrustFree home security to help victims of crime feel safe at home, plus security checks for people who are disabled or over 60, across Wiltshire and Swindon. You can also call 101 and ask for the Bobby Van.01225 256 867
National helplines
National Domestic Abuse HelplineFree, confidential, 24 hours a day. Can also help find a refuge place0808 2000 247
Men's Advice LineFor men experiencing domestic abuse0808 801 0327
Rape Crisis 24/7 Support LineSexual violence and abuse, 24 hours a day0808 500 2222
Wiltshire PoliceNon-emergency, to report a crime101