Welcome to #TrueNotToxic!! This page is designed for young people who may be in their first relationships and experiencing domestic abuse… Has your partner ever… Criticized you or embarrassed you in front of others? Checked up on what you have been

AFFDA are a national charity providing help to families and professionals; some of the work they do includes: Emotional, practical and specialist peer support to those left behind after domestic homicide. We are there to listen. When the time is right

Al-Anon Family Groups UK & Eire is for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Al-Anon members provide one another with mutual support, by sharing their experiences with each other at an Al-Anon meeting. Al-Anon meetin

The Kent and Medway Armed Forces Network (KMAFN) is a multi-organisational group which includes members from the NHS, MoD, Armed Forces Reservists, Mental and Physical Health Clinicians, the Royal British Legion, SSAFA and other interested charities an

Basildon Domestic Abuse Team are a Team of IDVA’s (Independent Domestic Violence Advocates) that sit within Basildon Council. They deal with all domestic abuse approaches to the Council & can assist with a range of issues, including the below: Help

Brook delivers sexual health and wellbeing services in Thurrock, providing free, confidential, non-judgemental support to people of all ages. Services include: Contraception and condoms STI testing and treatment HIV testing and treatment PrEP and PEP V

CARA works with victims and survivors of sexual violence and child sexual abuse, providing independent, specialist support and promoting and representing their rights and needs.

We are the first civil law firm in Britain to operate as a community interest company. Central Law Group is a social enterprise. That means we are a private company with a social mission. Our profits don’t go to partners or shareholders – they are shar

Changing Pathways are offering an online chat on their webpage, please click here to find out more. Changing Pathways is a place-based domestic abuse support charity that has been supporting survivors and their children in South Essex and Thurrock for

Childline can provide support to children affected by domestic abuse; Domestic abuse is when a grown-up threatens, bullies or hurts another adult in the family. Sometimes it’s called domestic violence. And it can happen in any family. It can be very ha

We help people find a way forward We can all face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. At Citizens Advice we believe no one should have to face these problems without good quality, independent advice. That’s why we’re here: to give people th

Based just outside of London in Thurrock, Essex, Claire’s Transgender Talks aims to help community groups, organisations and businesses to understand Transgender and Non-Binary people – whether they are staff or community members, clients, customers or

Compass is a new Domestic Abuse Helpline to access Community Based Services and Specialist Accommodation in Essex. Online Chat now available! Please click here to find out more. Compass went live on 1st April 2019 and is the new point of access for vic

Dads Unlimited supports the emotional safety of men and those they care about through three key areas; supporting male victims of domestic abuse, supporting men with family separation, and supporting men’s mental health. All of their services use an ev

Information on support available to those affected by domestic abuse from the DWP: information on benefit entitlements support into employment domestic violence easement and concession (help when fleeing domestic abuse) https://www.gov.uk/government/pu

Domestic Abuse in Later Life- Power & Control Wheel Dewis Choice have adapted the Duluth Wheel to illustrate older people’s experiences of domestic violence and abuse from intimate partners and adult family members. The Wheel has been developed bas

Essex ARC provide support, advice and information around alcohol use. Whether you want to reduce the amount you drink, or how often you drink, or abstain completely. They provide a range of support that is designed around your personal needs and aspira

The Essex Countywide Traveller Unit (ECTU) is a partnership of Essex County Council, local councils, Essex Fire and Rescue Service and Essex Police. Together, they support Gypsies and Travellers to access services, including: To improve the health outc

Floating support service to assist with:- ·         Housing related Issues ·         Assistance in addressing issues with Benefits ·         Help addressing debts ·         Health and Wellbeing ·         Assistance/Help to avoid eviction and Homelessne

For non-emergency related incidents please dial 101 or alternatively 01245 491491. Please always dial 999 in an emergency.

Essex Recovery Foundation aims to build a visible recovery community who will use their voice to influence how services function and change perceptions of addiction and recovery. A crucial part of their work is to develop a model which focuses on liste

The Essex Safeguarding Adults Board (ESAB) is a statutory organisation that is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. For more information please visit Essexsab.org.uk.

We provide a free, confidential, non-judgemental service available to the people of Essex regardless of sex, age, ethnic origin and sexual orientation. Our expertise means everyone can expect appropriate, effective advice and care to the benefit their

If you are worried or concerned about a child, young person or young adult who is 25 or under and lives in New Essex, then EYPDAS is here for you. Facilitated by The Children’s Society, EYPDAS provide a wide range of drug and alcohol help and treatment

Family Solutions is aimed at helping families with a range of issues on a voluntary basis.  Family Solutions works with Families by helping them identify solutions to their problems. Family Solutions will work with families who have two or more of the

Deliver family support groups and one-to-one support across Essex to help families or friends dealing with drug and alcohol misuse. The family member who is affected through alcohol/substance misuse could be a child or adult, as long as they are connec

FLOWS, which stands for Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors, is a legal support service, designed to help protect women against domestic abuse. FLOWS is a team of experts from the Family Team of the Royal Courts of Justice RCJ Advice, working in

For information and guidance for professionals protecting, advising and supporting people affected by Forced Marriage.

Following the merger of the Forward Trust and Action on Addiction, the Forward Trust offer abstinence-based therapeutic support to people who live anywhere in the county. This is a structured treatment programme which aims to help people understand the

We aim to end racism and discrimination against Gypsies, Roma and Travellers, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, culture or background, whether settled or mobile, and to protect the right to pursue a nomadic way of life. We investigate and expose un

Futures Together is a multiple and complex needs service delivered by Full Circle and Futures in Mind. Our service is designed for people across Essex who are looking for diversionary groups and activities to support with recovery and wellbeing. We str

Galop offer emotional and practical support for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse, hate crime and sexual violence. They offer a National domestic abuse helpline, 0800 999 5428, or you can email them on help@galop.org.uk.  Check the opening times

What is it? Good Man is a five week male mentoring programme for boys and young men who are at risk of entering into abusive relationships in the future and/or are at current risk within an abusive relationship. It can be delivered on either a group wo

Imkaan is a UK-based, Black feminist organisation. We are the only national umbrella women’s organisation dedicated to addressing violence against Black and minoritised women and girls i.e. women and girls which are defined in policy terms as Black and

Safety Planning guide and template (Dewis Project) Dewis Choice- Individualised Safety Plan Guidance.  The following chart contains suggestions to explore and consider when assisting an older person in making an individualised safety plan. For further

Karma Nirvana support victims of forced marriage and honour based abuse. Are you being pressured to get married against your will? Do you fear to bring shame or dishonour on your family? Have you been emotionally or physically abused? Are you confused

Kooth provide free, safe and anonymous online counselling and support for children and young people, aged 11-26 years. Kooth offers a range of support including: One to one chats with counsellors Message forums with other young people Mini mood boostin

The LGBT Foundation exists to support the needs of the diverse range of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans. They believe in a fair and equal society where all LGBT people can achieve their full potential. #EqualityWins underpins mu

Loving Me is a service which provides one-to-one support and advocacy, for Trans and Non-Binary victims of domestic abuse or sexual violence who are aged 18 and over and live in England. They provide high quality support by trained specialists who unde

The Men’s advice line is run by the charity Respect to support men who are victims of domestic violence. You can reach them on 0808 801 0327 (Mon, Tues and Weds 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 5pm. There is an answerphone outside these hours).

Migrant Help is rolling out a new service supporting vulnerable EU citizens in applying for the EU Settlement Status. EU citizens and their family members living in the UK need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme before 30 June 2021. This will ensure

MSI Reproductive Choices provide NHS-funded abortion and vasectomy care, as well as self-funded treatment, through their network of clinics across England. Health and wellbeing is their biggest priority. While you’re in their care, they will always mak

The National FGM Centre’s Vision is to keep children and young people safe from FGM and other Harmful Practices, including ending new cases of FGM by 2030. Through our work we aim to: Prevent new cases Protect children and young people Support those af

The Next Chapter are offering online chat on their webpage, please click here to find out more. The Next Chapter supports women, together with their children, who have suffered domestic abuse. We offer crisis accommodation and outreach support to help

Oakwood Place offers free support and practical help to anyone in Essex ​who has ​experienced sexual violence and/or sexual abuse. ​Our service offers a self referral option, is completely confidential and you do not have to give any personal informati

One Voice 4 Travellers (OV4T) is a service that supports people within Gypsy, Travellers and Roma communities who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress caused by or associated with violence. OV4T work to support the Gypsy, Traveller and Roma

Op COURAGE is an NHS mental health specialist service designed to help serving personnel due to leave the military, reservists, armed forces veterans and their families. Op COURAGE can help you and your family with a range of support and treatment, inc

Open Road is a registered charity that provides support for individuals affected by drugs and alcohol across Essex. This open access service provides a range of options including assessment, group work and case management service for young people and a

Ormiston Families’ Breaking Barriers service provides support for children and young people affected by the imprisonment of a close family member. Tailored one-to-one support reduces anxiety around prison, supports emotional wellbeing and school attend

A bespoke drug and alcohol service offering confidential advice and support to current and ex HM Forces personnel and their families, across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex. ​They offer confidential and tailored support for PTSD, mental ill health, substanc

Peabody’s Outreach Support offers a short-term support service to people living within the Essex area who are experiencing a range of problems that are impacting their health, financial and housing wellbeing. Peabody provide a free and confidential sup

This service is an integrated service delivered in partnership by Essex Partnership University Trust (EPUT), Castle Rock Medical Group (CRG) & Phoenix Futures. CRG assess physical and mental health needs for those in custodial settings and refer on

Project Nova provides Care Coordination to ex-servicemen and women who have been arrested in the last 3 -6 months or are at risk of arrest. Project Nova supports vulnerable veterans and veterans who have been arrested and enter Police Custody.  Veteran

Refuge is the largest specialist domestic abuse organisation in the UK. On any given day their services support thousands of survivors, helping them to overcome the physical, emotional, financial and logistical impacts of abuse and rebuild their lives

Supporting those who have experienced violence and abuse is at the core of everything we do. No matter what your experience – domestic violence, sexual violence, ‘honour’ based violence, forced marriage, FGM, human trafficking or modern slavery – we ar

What we do Respect is the UK membership organisation for work with domestic violence perpetrators, male victims of domestic violence and young people’s violence in close relationships. Perpetrators of domestic violence Respect’s sole focus from 2000 un

Confidential helpline offering advice, information and support to help you stop being violent and abusive to your partner. Our trained advisors help and advise: Men who abuse their female partners (straight or bi) Men who abuse their male partners (gay

Restitute provide trauma-informed support to third-party victims of sexual and violent crimes. Their clients include parents of child survivors of CSA, partners and spouses of victims of rape and sexual assault, and those disclosing historic abuse for

Safe Steps is a Southend based charity that aims to support people affected by domestic abuse. We: Work with women, men, children and their families, to protect them from further risk of harm and abuse Support individuals and families to make informed

We support those who use/ need our services in their journey from risk and crisis to recovery and resilience. We are determined to promote recognition of Domestic Abuse and its impact, for individuals, families and communities. We will respond to Domes

What is a Sanctuary Scheme? The Sanctuary Scheme is a victim-centred service that consists of the installation of security measures, in and around properties to enable households at risk of domestic abuse to live safely in the property if they choose t

Sanctus is a Chelmsford based charity established in 2011. Sanctus feeds the growing number of homeless, hungry and vulnerable individuals in Chelmsford. They run a free café offering breakfast, hot and cold drinks, snacks and a cooked homemade lunch.

DeafHope is a service giving support to women and children who are affected by domestic abuse. It is the only service of its kind in the UK which is based in sign language. Being Deaf puts individuals at twice the risk of being abused, and makes gettin

Sistah Space supports women and families affected by domestic abuse whilst also ensuring that cultural factors are not only considered but understood. They aim to ensure that cultural barriers and biases are removed and that their service users are giv

What is it? Sisters In Strength is a five week mentoring programme for girls and young women who are at risk of entering into an abusive relationship, becoming a potential perpetrator within a relationship or are currently in an abusive relationship. I

Providing: Services with regard to all forms of sexual violence, child sexual abuse, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, recent and non-recent rape and child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, online child sexual exploitation, advocacy linked to sexua

Providing services for children and adults who have experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives:   Sexual violence can be described as , child sexual abuse, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, recent and non-recent rape a

Led by and for Black and minoritised women, Southall Black Sisters provide holistic specialist services to some of society’s most marginalised victim-survivors of abuse. They combine crisis intervention with long term advocacy by developing comprehensi

Service Overview Southend Treatment and Recovery Service (STARS) support people who have issues with drugs and/or alcohol and want to make a positive change. They also support the family and friends of people who are worried about their loved ones subs

Delivered by Open Road, Southend Young Person Drug and Alcohol Service support young people aged 12-17 years and the transitional age of 18-29, who are affected or experiencing issues with drugs and/or alcohol. They work with the young person to set an

About us Standing Together Against Domestic Violence is a UK charity bringing communities together to end domestic abuse. We bring local services together to keep people safe Most public services weren’t designed with domestic abuse in mind, and they o

SUMMIT (Tendring Mental Health Support) has a range of bespoke services for adults with learning disabilities, autism and adults who have entrenched mental health disorders. SUMMIT provides a variety of services including support to those affected by h

Supporting the needs of older people Based on the Dewis Choice longitudinal research with older people; Dewis Choice have developed a few key points for practitioners to follow when responding to older victims. For further information please visit dewi

The Essex Partnership of Rape Crisis Centres is made up of South Essex Rape and Incest Crisis Centre (SERICC), Southend-on-Sea Rape Crisis (SOS Rape Crisis) and mid and north Essex-based CARA (Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse).   Essex Partners

Teen Talk offers a free and confidential information and support service to young people aged 11-25 years old that allows young people to self-refer, has no time restrictions and where no appointment is necessary. Referrals can also be accepted by pare

The Change Project is pleased to announce the introduction of the Change Hub in Essex and Southend to promote wellbeing through enabling people to have healthy relationships in families, between individuals and in the community. We work in a non-judgem

Promoting personal well-being through positive change We have over 10 years experience delivering RESPECT accredited domestic violence perpetrator programmes. Through the behavioural change of the abuser we aim to increase the well-being of people who

This service delivers early help and support for parents, carers and families struggling with a child’s challenging behaviour/s. Working at an early intervention level with families who are struggling with a child’s challenging behaviour, inputting bou

The Cyber Helpline provides support for victims of cybercrime, digital fraud and online harm. They provide a free 24/7 self-help service and a confidential helpline, they help victims understand, contain, recover and learn from cyber attacks by linking

The Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline, run in partnership between Women’s Aid and Refuge, is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence, as well as for family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf.

Women’s Aid have created a space to help children understand domestic abuse and how to take positive action if it’s happening to you.

The Listening Post C.I.C ( Community Interest Company) is a not for profit business. They aim to improve the mental health and emotional well being of the local community living within the Basildon District, through the provision of accessible and appr

The ManKind Initiative is a national charity that provides help and support for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence. Their confidential helpline is available for all men across the UK suffering from domestic violence or domestic abuse

The National Centre for Domestic Violence specialise in providing free, fast and effective legal support to survivors of domestic violence and abuse, usually by helping individuals obtain injunctions from their local county court. This free service is

The National Stalking Helpline is run by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust. The helpline provides guidance and information to anybody who is currently or has previously been affected by harassment or stalking.

The OutHouse is a Colchester based registered charity, providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Essex. Their mission is to develop and promote a sustainable, fair and equal society where all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people can achieve

The Traveller Movement is an organisation that aims to advocate for and work with Romani (Gypsy), Roma and Irish Traveller people to tackle discrimination and promote inclusion and equality. They have an online Safe Space for Women with information and

This service helps people who have issues with drug and/or alcohol use and want to make positive changes. They also offer support to the family and friends of people who are worried about their loved ones’ substance use or have been affected by it. Thi

Togetherall is an online mental health and wellbeing service offering self-help programmes, creative outlets and a community that cares.

As well as offering emotional and practical support to people affected by domestic abuse, we run a number of specialist services in Essex, including: A countywide service that supports medium risk victims of domestic abuse who are the subject of a poli

Bereaved families affected by murder or manslaughter should be told about our Homicide Service by the police family liaison officers (FLOs), who contact us if you have experienced a murder or manslaughter. If people are happy to receive our help, the p

Delivered by CGL, Wise Up are a free and confidential drug and alcohol service for young people under 18 (including young offenders) and families in Thurrock. They are a team of substance misuse specialists who won’t judge or tell you what to do. They

Women of Grace UK was founded in 2021 by Valerie Lolomari who is a survivor of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). They are a female led organisation in the UK passionate and dedicated to supporting women and girls affected and those at risk. They work to

Our aims are to: Empower women who have been affected by domestic abuse to live independent lives free from fear and abuse Keep the voice of the survivor at the heart of everything we do Meet the needs of  women and children affected by domestic abuse