Get domestic abuse support
Domestic abuse is any abuse between current or former partners in an intimate relationship, wherever and whenever it occurs. The abuse may involve physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse. It can affect both men and women.
The Tonbridge and Malling Community Safety Partnership can support anyone experiencing domestic abuse to get help. See Community Safety Partnership.
Who to contact for help
- In an emergency telephone the police on 999
- In a non-emergency you can call the police on 101.
- If you can’t speak out loud, you can press 55 so that the operator knows you need help.
Domestic abuse One Stop Shop
The West Kent Domestic Abuse One Stop Shop at 4 New Wharf Road, Tonbridge, TN9 1DS is open every Wednesday from 9am to noon.
Other sources of support
You may wish to contact the following organisations for support and advice:
- Domestic Abuse Volunteer Support Services: 01892 570538 or email office@davss.org.uk
- Look Ahead: 0333 010 4660 or email kentdomesticabuse@lookahead.org.uk
- Victim Support Assessment and Triage: 0808 168 9276
Housing support
If you are experiencing domestic abuse and want advice and assistance regarding your housing situation, please contact the Housing Needs team on 01732 844522 or by email to housing.services@tmbc.gov.uk. Initially, they can offer you advice on your housing options, and they can do this over the telephone, or in person. They can send any correspondence to a friend or family member’s address if you would like them to do so.
Get a refuge space
If you need a refuge space please call Refuge on 0808 2000 247 or if you are in immediate danger call 999.
Get more information about domestic abuse services in Kent.
Help for perpetrators
The Community Domestic Abuse Programme is a rolling programme, designed to help men who feel their behaviour towards their partner has been, or is still, abusive. This programme will support men to make the changes they need to develop respectful, non-abusive relationships so that they are safe around your partner and any children.
For further information go to https://kentcdap.org/