Additional help

If you have been affected by any of the issues raised above, it's important you don't go through it alone. Confide in someone you trust or seek professional help.

There are many professional services available to you, however in an emergency you should always call 999.

• Angelou

Angelou provides all Violence against Women and Girls services in Westminster.

Phone: 0808 801 0660 (Freephone) or 020 8741 7008

Email: angelou@advancecharity.org.uk or advice@wgn.org.uk

Helplines and online services

• Childline - 0800 1111
  You can speak to a councillor on the phone or online. The number is free and will not come up on your phone bill.
• NSPCC - 0808 800 5000
  This is a number for over-18s, if you are worried about a child. This is free on landlines and most mobile phones.
• National Domestic Violence Helpline - 0808 2000 247
  This is a free 24 hour number. It is usually for over 18s but they may be able to help if you are over 16.
• Get Connected - 0808 808 4994
  This is a free number that gives you the support and information you need to decide what you want to do next.
• The Hideout 
  A website which helps children and young people to understand domestic abuse and how to take a positive action if it is happening to you.
• Refuge 
  Services for young women including independent domestic violence advocates and support workers.
• Respect Not Fear
  This website includes information about respect in relationships.
• Rape Crisis
  This website contains advice about rape and sexual violence and gives the details of the nearest Rape Crisis Centre if you need support.