Where can I get help with domestic abuse?
Local agencies you can approach include:
Dyfed Powys Police
Domestic abuse is a crime, and the risks are high, if you are in danger call 999.
Dyfed-Powys police also operate "Clare's law" a scheme that gives people the ability to find out if their partner, or potential partner, or the partner of a family member/friend has a history of abuse or violence. You can find out more details about this scheme on their website.
Montgomeryshire Family Crisis Centre (MFCC)
MFCC provide refuges and services to victims and survivors in the North of Powys (Newtown, Welshpool and Machynlleth)
You can contact MFCC on:
- The 24-hour crisis line hotline 01686 629114
- The office is open from 9 to 4 at Newtown Integrated Family Centre, Park Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 1EG.
- General enquiries can be made by phoning 01686 629114 or emailing: admin@familycrisis.co.uk
- The MFCC website
Calan DVS
Calan DVS provide refuges and services to victims and survivors in the South of Powys (Llandrindod, Brecon and Ystradgynlais). Calan DVS deliver the Listen and Hear Me, Programme.
You can contact Calan DVS:
- 01874 625146
- At their office Plas y Ffynnon, Cambrian Way, Brecon LD3 7HP
- https://www.calandvs.org.uk/en/contact/ or by email using enquiries@calandvs.org.uk
- The Calan DVS website
Ask Me
Ask Me is a project started by Women's Aid that is developing a network of Ask Me Ambassadors who can provide support and advice to victims and other residents affected by domestic abuse.
If you are interested in becoming an 'ask me' ambassador you can find out about local training courses by emailing askme@womensaid.org.uk.
You can find out more information on the Women's Aid website
Powys Council Housing Services
Housing staff can discuss your housing options with you. We can help you find somewhere safe to stay as well as helping you plan for the long term.
Contact us and we will assess your situation and do the best to meet your needs.
You can find out more information on our housing webpages
National Organisations who can also help:
Welsh Women's Aid - Tel 0808 8010800 / Welsh Women's Aid Website
Polish Domestic Violence Helpline - Tel 0800 061 4004 / Email: info@polishdvhelpline.org
Network for Surviving Stalking - Tel 0808 8020300 / Email:advice@stalkinghelpline.org
National Men's Advice Line - Tel 0808 801 0327 / National Men's Advice Line website
Galop: Making life safe, just and fair for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people - Tel 020 7704 2040 / Galop Website
The Survivors Trust - Tel 0808 8010818 / The Survivors Trust Website
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