Domestic Violence
What is domestic violence?
Most people think of domestic violence as someone being physically violent to a partner or relation. However, Domestic Violence can take many forms:
- Verbal abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Threats and intimidation
- Sexual abuse
- Isolation
- Financial abuse
- Physical abuse
Although most people suffering domestic violence are women, a small percentage of victims are men.
What help is available?
Help is available for people suffering from domestic violence:
- Counselling & support
- Practical assistance
- Temporary housing through a Refuge either in Wealden or outside the District
- Permanent re-housing
If you would like help please contact:
| Refuge - 24 hour National Helpline | 0808 2000 247 |
Sussex Police In an emergency dial 999 |
0845 6070 999 |
| Crime Reduction Initiative | 01323 414224 |
| Wealden Housing Advice Team | 01323 443322 |
Wealden runs a Domestic Violence forum to co-ordinate the agencies working in the District and to ensure we have enough access to refuge spaces. This forum forms part of the Crime & Disorder Reduction Partnership. Wealden District Council also offer an information leaflet 'Are you the victim of Domestic violence/abuse?' (pdf 88 kb)