Get help Other sources of help Help with domestic abuse If you are, or have been, affected by domestic abuse and live in Luton or nearby, you are not alone. At Luton All Women’s Centre, our specialist Domestic Abuse service can help you get out (and stay out) of a dangerous relationship, support you in coping and recovering from your experiences, and help you take the steps you need to move on to successful and independent living. We provide 1-1 advice and support, three domestic abuse support groups and can help you access solicitor's appointment. Find out more here or contact us on 01582 416783. There is also lots of other local and national support available. Use the resources below to find out more. Local support Contacting the Police: If you believe you (or someone you know) is in immediate danger, call the Police on 999. If it’s not safe for you to speak on the phone, then tap the phone, or if you’re ringing from a mobile, you’ll be prompted to press 55, which will alert Police to come to your location. If you want to speak to the Police but it’s not urgent, call 101. Bedfordshire Domestic Abuse Partnership (BDAP) Bringing together key agencies in Bedfordshire to develop & deliver a local response to domestic abuse. Stepping Stones Works with women who have suffered abuse, are vulnerable due to substance misuse, offending, or mental health Women's Aid in Luton Providing refuge accommodation for women and their children who need to get away from an abusive situation YMCA Bedfordshire Providing refuge and other accommodation in Central Beds Homestart Central Bedfordshire Domestic abuse support groups in Central Beds Bedford Women's Centre Domestic abuse 1:1 and group support in Bedford National support National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge) Open to callers 24-hours a day. Ring for free and in confidence on 0808 2000 247 Refuge National information and support. Call on 0808 2000 247 Women's Aid National information and support with an online chat service. GALOP - National LGBT DA Helpline Provides Hate Crime, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence support services to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans + victims/survivors. Call on 0300 999 5428 or 0800 9995428. National Stalking Helpline Operated by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, the National Stalking Helpline gives practical information, support, and advice on risk, safety planning and legislation to victims of stalking, their friends, family, and professionals working with victims. Call on 0808 802 0300. Paws Protect A cat fostering service for women fleeing domestic abuse. Dogs Trust - Freedom Project Offering temporary foster homes for dogs to enable their owners to flee domestic abuse. Articles and other resources UK Government– Domestic Abuse: How to Get Help Women's Aid – The Survivor’s Handbook Refuge Bedfordshire Police – Information and Services: Domestic Abuse Manage Cookie Preferences