Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse is a form of gender based violence. Domestic Abuse is perpetrated by partners or ex-partners and can include physical, sexual, mental and emotional abuse. Abuse is characterised by a pattern of coercive control which often escalates in frequency and severity over time. Domestic Abuse can be actual or threatened violence and can begin at any time. In the vast majority of cases it is experienced by women and is perpetrated by men.
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone. Support is available. If you are in immediate danger call 999. If you are unable to talk, press 55 when prompted.
Support services continue to be available:
East Ayrshire Women’s Aid: 01563 536 001
North Ayrshire Women’s Aid: 01294 602 424
South Ayrshire Women’s Aid: 01292 266 482
The Star Centre (Rape Crisis): 01563 544 686
Scotland’s National Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline (24hr): 0808 027 1234
Email: helpline@sdafmh.org.uk
Scottish Women’s Rights Centre: 0808 801 0789
Victim Support Scotland: 0800 160 1985
East Ayrshire Housing Options:
01563 554 400
Out of hours: 0345 724 0000
South Ayrshire Housing Options
0300 123 0900
Out of hours: 0808 100 3151
North Ayrshire Housing Options:
01294 314 600
Out of Hours: 0800 0196500
