Concern about an adult
Contact the adult safeguarding service for the local council where the person is currently living. The council can explain how to report suspected abuse or neglect and what information is needed.
Safeguarding and domestic abuse support
Do you need help for yourself or someone else?
PS Safeguarding Ltd provides independent professional services. It does not receive safeguarding referrals and cannot provide emergency or crisis support.
If anyone is in immediate danger
Call 999. If it is not an emergency but you need to contact the police, call 101.
Concern about a child
Contact the children’s social care service for the local council where the child lives. If a child is in immediate danger, call 999.
Domestic abuse support
The free National Domestic Abuse Helpline provides confidential support 24 hours a day on 0808 2000 247, including help to understand options and improve safety.
Support for male victims
The Men’s Advice Line provides confidential support, practical information and help finding services for male victims of domestic abuse on 0808 801 0327.
Jared Whitaker’s resources
Explore lived-experience perspectives, articles and educational resources on male domestic abuse and recovery.