If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone.

Domestic abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, and coercive control, and it can have a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities.

How We Can Help

At MSV, we believe everyone should feel safe in their home. Our Anti -Social Behaviour (ASB) Team is here to offer confidential advice and support. If you need assistance, you can contact us at 0161 226 4211.

However, if you are in immediate danger, please call 999 for emergency help. If you are unable to speak, you can press 55 after dialling 999 to indicate you need urgent police assistance.

Support Services in Greater Manchester

If you live in Greater Manchester, there are specialist domestic abuse services available to provide support, advice, and safe accommodation:

Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline

• Independent Choices Greater Manchester

• • A confidential helpline offering support to anyone affected by domestic abuse.
  • Phone: 0800 254 0909
  • Website: www.domesticabusehelpline.co.uk

Specialist Services

• End the Fear

  • Information and support for victims, friends, family, and professionals.
  • Website: www.endthefear.co.uk

• Women's Aid Manchester

  • Safe accommodation, advice, and support for women and children.
  • Website: www.manchesterwomensaid.org
  • Phone: 0161 660 7999

• SafeNet Domestic Abuse Services

  • Support and refuge accommodation across Greater Manchester.
  • Website: www.safenet.org.uk

• Respect – Support for Male Victims

  • A helpline for men experiencing domestic abuse.
  • Phone: 0808 801 0327
  • Website: www.mensadviceline.org.uk

• LGBT+ Foundation

  • Support for LGBT+ individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
  • Phone: 0345 330 3030
  • Website: www.lgbt.foundation
    
    

Additional Support

If you are worried about your safety, you can also access free support from:

• National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (24/7)
• Victim Support Greater Manchester – 0300 303 0162
• Bright Sky App – A free app providing advice and the ability to log incidents securely.

You are not alone, and help is available. Please reach out to one of the services above if you need support.