If you’re a relative or friend who is concerned about someone who has either told you they have been abused, or you suspect abuse, you may feel confused and powerless about what to do.
Watching someone you care about is painful and can leave you feeling helpless. Understanding and working through your own feelings will help you support them.
Be aware that if the abuser becomes aware that you are helping them, they will do everything in their power to stop any contact between you. Unfortunately, they will probably succeed, and your friend / family member will be more isolated.
If you suspect a child or vulnerable adult has been abused, you must report it to either the Police or Children Social Care or Adult Social Care. The Police have specially trained officers who will contact you.
To view our Safer Futures Leaflets in English, Romanian, Polish and Easy Read please click here.
First Light extended the operating hours of our Domestic Abuse Helpline as a result of rising calls during the pandemic. Supported by Barclays, the longer hours until 9pm weekdays and on Saturdays has allowed many more people to access vital help and support. The number of calls rose by 27%, with the charity Helpline handling […]
A Home Office and a HM Government report has been released this week which acknowledges the fantastic work of our Safer Futures service. – Violence Against Women and Girls Services Commissioning Toolkit – Supporting male victims of crimes considered violence against women and girls To take a look at the documents in full, click the […]
We are delighted to announce that First Light have created digital versions of our domestic abuse and sexual violence leaflets for Cornwall through the support of the European Regional Development Fund’s Idea Generation Grant as part of the The Inclusivity Project. To digitally view Safer Futures digital leaflets in English, Polish, Romanian or Easy Read, […]
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