In an emergency

If someone is in immediate danger, please call 999. If unable to speak, press 55 when prompted to alert the emergency services.

For specialist domestic abuse support, Solace Women’s Aid can be reached Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, on 020 3795 5064.

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline offers free, confidential support every day, 24/7 and translation services are available on 0808 2000 247.

For professionals in Tower Hamlets, there’s also the Domestic Abuse Duty Line on 020 7364 4986, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

For anyone needing emotional support at any time, the Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123.

Support for people with disabilities

Every person with a disability has the right to live safely, independently, and with dignity. Specialist services provide tailored support across a range of areas, including housing, healthcare, legal rights, domestic abuse, and social inclusion. Through advocacy, accessible resources, and emotional support, these services work to eliminate barriers, uphold individual rights, and empower people with disabilities to thrive within their communities.

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Support organisations

  1. Respond
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    Support organisations for people with disabilities
  2. SignHealth
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    Support services for people with disabilities, and children & young people
  3. Stay Safe East
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    Support organisations for people with disabilities
  4. Adults safeguarding
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    Support services for health and mental health, people with disabilities, and older people
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VAWG service directory

You can find lots of other useful services on the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) service directory homepage.