If you’re experiencing domestic or financial abuse, there is support available to help you escape an abuser or regain control of your finances.
What is domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse is an incident or a pattern of behaviour that is used by someone to control or obtain power over another. They may currently, or were previously, in a relationship with them, or they may be a family member.
The abuse can be physical, sexual, psychological, financial, or emotional.
How to spot it
- They are jealous and possessive
- They tell you what to wear and where you can go
- They embarrass or humiliate you in front of others
- They use anger and intimidation to frighten you
- They tell you that you’re to blame for their behaviour
- They stop you seeing friends or family
- They track your movements
If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing domestic abuse and support is available.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline will help you to understand your options and support you to make any decisions about the future.
Talk confidentially 24-hours a day, 365 days a year.
0808 2000 247
Mankind support male victims of domestic abuse. There is also a referral system for single men or men with children fleeing from domestic violence.
Call the helpline at any time or visit the website.
01823 334 244
If you’re in immediate danger, call 999.
Respond by coughing or tapping the handset if you can.
This tells the operator it’s a genuine emergency and you’ll be put through to the police.
If prompted, press 55.
What is financial abuse?
Financial abuse (also known as economic abuse) is when someone takes control over another adult’s finances.
This doesn’t only have to be from a partner, but could be a family member, friend, carer, or a trusted third party like power of attorney.
How to spot it
- You’re not allowed to work
- They borrow money in your name
- They cash your pension or salary without your permission
- They get their name added to your accounts
- They spend your money without telling you
- You’re stopped from accessing money
- You’re asked to update your will
If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing financial abuse and support is available.
Information and support for victim-survivors of economic or financial abuse.
Support available online or by phone via Money Advice Plus.
Confidential services that provide information and support to older people that may be victims of abuse or neglect.
0808 8088 141
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