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.

London Survivors Gateway

Offers victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse help to access specialist services in London. They provide information on what help is available in London after rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse or any form of sexual violence and offer support to access these services. They work with anyone aged 13 or above regardless of gender, sexuality, disability, language, ethnicity or immigration status.

Contact

Telephone opening hours are

Monday, 9am to 5pm

Tuesday, 9am to 7pm

Wednesday, 9:30am to 3:30pm

Thursday, 9am to 7pm

Friday, 9am to 3pm

  • Crisis numbers
  • Helpline
  • If you are a professional and want information about services, please contact the Sexual Violence Helpline on 0808 801 0860.
  • Find out more about London Survivors Gateway resources.

For more information, visit the London Survivors Gateway website. 

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