Assault and battery support and help in Devon and Cornwall
26 organisations found
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Cornwall Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre
We see any male, female or young person that has been sexually assaulted .
If you have been sexually assaulted and would like support or help to decide whether you want to report it to the police or not we can support you in your choice. We can offer you counselling whether you report or not to help you work through the trauma. -
First Light
Have you been a victim of sexual assault?
We operate two specialist, safe and discreet centres in Truro & Plymouth for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. We will explain all procedures to you and help you to make an informed choice about your care. Our staff are experts in advising, supporting and treating those who have experienced sexual violence. We help men & women, regardless of sexual orientation from the age of 13 upwards with our forensic service, crisis support & Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Service (ISVA) -
North Devon Against Domestic Abuse
Are you in an abusive relationship?
Assault is a crime, it doesn't make any difference if the perpetrator is or has been in an intimate relationship with you. We might be able to help you decide what to do next. -
Young Devon
We can support Young People who have been subject to assault.
Non judgemental one to one support with a trained Youth Support worker. This will be confidential and young people can meet with a worker in our Youth Enquiry Services or we can offer outreach contact if this is not appropriate. This may include referral to our own or other agencies in order to provide additional support or specialist services to the young person led by their own wants and needs wherever possible. -
The Zone
Have you been a victim of assault?
We can offer free and confidential pragmatic support to young people who have been the victim of crime. We also recognise that being the victim of crime can have a long term effect on emotional wellbeing and our specialist counselling service can provide a safe space for you to explore difficult feelings or risk taking behaviour. Our drop in is open Monday to Friday between 12pm - 5pm or you can contact us by emailing enquiries@thezoneplymouth.co.uk or by calling us on 01752 206626 from 10am. -
Safer Stronger Consortium
Do you need support to recover from an assault?
In Cornwall, Safer Stronger Consortium has a number of members that work to support victims coping with the effects of assault and battery. These include; WRSAC, CASSPLUS, White Gold Cornwall, BF Adventure, the Dracaena Centre, Konnect Cornwall, Equus, Victim Support. You can identify members by the Safer Stronger Logo. To be referred to any of our partners services, please contact the SSC Coordinator. -
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Cornwall People First
You have a learning disability and someone has physcially attacked you
Assault and Battery is when someone threatens to hurt you or physically hurts you. Depending on the crime it may be called different things like: ABH or GBH or Common Assault. Our victim support workers can help you to find ways to cope with what has happened to you and move on. -
WILD Young Parents Project
Are you a young parent who has experienced violence?
WILD helps young mums and dads who have experienced violence, either recently or in the past. We offer a range of individual and group support for you and your children. We can also help you get the right support from other services, and help you make sure your children are safe.Call: 01209 210077
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Headway Devon
Brain injury as a result of assault
Headway Devon is a local charity providing support for people with acquired brain injury. Assault is one of the most common causes of brain injury, and can leave people facing complex physical, learning and emotional difficulties. Headway's knowledgeable and supportive staff help people to come to terms with what has happened to them and learn to cope with their difficulties so that they can go on to rebuild their lives. -
Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services
Sexual Assault
All of our services are focused on supporting people to both cope with and recover from the sexual violence they have experienced, whenever it happened. -
Intercom Trust
Physical Assault and Attack
We provide confidential support and help for anyone affected by physical assault and attack that is motivated by homophobia, transphobia and/or biphobia. -
Balloons
Pre and Post Bereavement Support as a result of an assault - Exeter, mid and east Devon
Balloons offers pre and post bereavement support to children, young people and young adults who have experienced a significant bereavement as a result of assault. -
Devon People First
We support and help adults with learning disabilities. Assault
if You feel you have been a victim of Assault we can support and help you. We will work through with you what happens when reporting a crime. We will give you the information and advice so you can be in control and make your own decisions -
Mind in Exeter and East Devon
Do you seek support with your mental health due to an assault.
We help you moving forward if you feel isolated, anxious and/or experiencing panic attacks as a result of your assault. -
Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council
Race Hate Crime
If you feel that you were assaulted because of your ethnicity or religion this is defined as Race Hate Crime. PDREC offers on-going support to victims of Race Hate Crime. We can assist individuals and families in a wide variety of ways: Practical support e.g. benefit advice if you are unable to work, referral to counselling services, support through the Criminal Justice system and contact with the Police to ensure that the Race Hate aspect of the crime is taken seriously. -
Victim Support
Assault and battery
VS understands those affected by assault can need emotional and practical help; not only direct victims, but their friends, family and any other people involved. Because we’re an independent charity, you can talk to us whether or not you reported the crime to the police. If you want, we can support you without the involvement of the criminal justice system, and we won’t contact them about you unless we feel someone is at risk. -
Addaction
Alcohol or drugs lead to abuse?
Addaction Cornwall and RISE in Devon provide a gateway to detox across the South West. YZUP in Cornwall also offers support to under 18s. We offer a free, confidential and non-judgmental service, open to all those who feel their alcohol/drug use is becoming a problem. Our service doesn’t just address drug and alcohol use, but offers education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities, peer support and support for family and friends. Visit www.addaction.org.uk or call 08451 302605Call: 08451 302605
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Plymouth and District MIND
If you have been a victim of a violent attack this can lead to post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other distressing mental health problems.
We have support workers that you can talk to in a safe environment about your mental health issues. We can help you explore what sort of help you need and we can signpost you to other organisations if needed. -
The Zito Partnership
Violent Crime
The Zito Partnership will provide information and advice to enable people to cope and recover from their experience. In practice, this work involves responding to requests for help and information on a wide range of matters. Predominantly this means the process that families and others are exposed to in the case of homicide, suicide, violent crime, and severe harm. -
CAB Cornwall
Crimes against the person
Our advisers can assist with claims to insurers, compensation schemes and with referrals to support agencies. -
Living Options Devon
Personal attack
Living Options Devon provides both emotional and practical support to individuals. We support people with disabilities and Deaf people (whose first or preferred language is British Sign Language). Our volunteers and staff are trained to give emotional support, information and practical help to people who have been affected by crime. Many of our volunteers have a disability or are Deaf and have lived experience to be able to provide peer support. -
North Devon Sunrise
Assault and Battery - Are you from a Minority Ethnic Group, an asylum seeker, refugee or migrant worker living in North Devon or Torridge?
If you have been assaulted we can provide free support in a confidential and non-judgemental environment. We can provide this support even if the crime has not been reported to the police -
BF Adventure
Support for people who have experienced violent crime
Our team of instructors are skilled in supporting people to develop strategies to overcome traumatic experiences and to improve their confidence and self-esteem. Using outdoor activities as a tool, and working at your pace, our friendly and professional instructors listen to your needs and respond accordingly. People need different support at different times; from one to one work, joining a group with others in a similar situation or as a family day out BF can tailor your time to meet your needs. The team is skilled in recognising when you might need a bit more specialist support and we will work with you to help you find the right organisation for you. -
Konnect Cornwall CIC
Have you been the victim of an assault?
We offer understanding, reassurance and continued practical support to victims of crime. This includes where you are the victim of any form of assault. Our staff are experienced in helping people deal with the impacts of this type of crime. We assess and help to manage risks whilst considering individual needs using staff who care and who are from professional backgrounds including the Police. Our team can also ‘Konnect’ victims to additional bespoke provisions if required to enhance the service.Call: 01736 339277
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Devon Family Resource
Have you been assaulted or hurt by a family member?
If your child or teenager's behaviour has reached the point of aggression and violence, we can help. Friendly, confidential support will help when parenting is a particular challenge. We offer practical advice as well as emotional support and are experienced at working with children with special needs and/or behavioural problems. -
Remembering Our Roots CIC
1 to 1 Bushcraft, Survival Skills & Mentoring
We provide opportunities for victims of crime to spend time reconnecting to nature, reflecting & coming to terms with their experiences and learning tools to help them to move forwards positively, joyfully and confidently with their lives. Depending on the individual, we will recommend which of our team could be most appropriate for you. Between us we have qualifications & experience in Counselling, Eco-Therapy, Bushcraft & Survival, Mythological Storytelling & Life-Coaching.Call: 07854 102646
