Five refuse vehicles have been installed with advertising panels, encouraging victims of domestic violence and abuse, to come forward and receive support.
The vehicles will reach the entirety of the East Riding, including in rural areas where victims may be more isolated.
The vehicles will raise awareness of domestic abuse and the support available for victims. This includes support for adults and children who experience domestic abuse, and for those wanting to change their behaviours.
The advertising forms part of the councils’ support for Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, this October. This year’s theme of ‘Spot the signs, start the conversation’ focusing on the vital role everyone can play in recognising abuse and helping those affected.
Professional and self-referrals (calling about your own situation) can be made by calling 01482 396368 or completing the online DVAP self-referral form.
The DVAP team, work with housing for anyone placed in temporary accommodation due to domestic abuse and will offer emotional support to those dispersed from home.
If you need immediate support in an emergency or are concerned for your own or someone else’s immediate safety, please always ring the Police on 999.
Alternatively, you can ring the Police for a non-emergency on 101.
The DVAP Webpages provides lots of safety information - www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/crime-and-community-safety/domestic-violence/domestic-violence-adult-services/
– For emotional support and information, you can contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline (open 24/7) on 0808 2000 247.
– Finding Legal Options for Women (FLOWS) is a legal support service to help protect women against domestic abuse FLOWS | Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors Phone: 0203 745 7707 9am-5pm Monday to Friday or Email: flows@rcjadvice.org.uk
– Male victims of domestic abuse can call 01823 334244 to speak to ManKind, an initiative available for male victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence across the UK as well as their friends, family, neighbours, work colleagues and employers.
– Alternatively, the Men’s Advice Line can be reached at 0808 8010327, or emailed at info@mensadviceline.org.uk.
– The National LGBT Domestic Abuse Helpline is 0800 999 5428 Galop – the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity
Childline
Anyone aged under 19 can call Childline for support on a range of issues, whether they are living in a house where domestic abuse is happening or experiencing it themselves.
The charity’s phone lines are available 24/7 on 0800 111 111.
The Blue Door
Offering support for people across Humberside who have been a victim of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Contact the helpline on 0800 197 47 87, at their office on (01724) 841 947 or email info@thebluedoor.org .
Refuge
The UK’s national and leading charity for victim’s of domestic abuse and violence.
Refuge offers a 24-hour helpline as well as help fleeing abuse and advice on your legal rights.
Contact them at any time of day or night on 0808 2000 247.
Karma Nirvana
Help and support for women and girls who have been victims of honour-based abuse or forced marriages.
You can contact their helpline on 0800 5999 247.
