Where to get help if you have been affected by abuse or violence
If you have experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence, or any form of harm, support is available. You do not have to go through it alone.
The services listed offer confidential advice, support, and practical help.
Local support services
You can contact your local Women’s Aid service for support, advice, and safe accommodation:
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Caithness and Sutherland Women’s Aid
0345 408 0151 -
Inverness Women’s Aid
01463 220 719
Visit Inverness Women’s Aid website -
Lochaber Women’s Aid
01397 705 734
Visit Lochaber Women’s Aid website -
Ross-shire, Skye and Lochalsh Women’s Aid
01349 863 568
Email Ross-shire, Skye and Lochalsh Women’s Aid -
Rape and Sexual Abuse Services Highland (RASASH)
03330 066 909
Visit RASASH website
National support services
These organisations offer specialist advice and support across Scotland:
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AMIS (Abused Men in Scotland)
Support and helpline for men experiencing domestic abuse
0808 800 0024
Visit AMIS website -
Scottish Women’s Aid
24-hour domestic abuse and forced marriage helpline
0800 027 1234
Visit Scottish Women’s Aid website -
Scottish Women’s Rights Centre
Legal advice and support for women affected by abuse
08088 010 789
Visit Scottish Women’s Rights Centre
Emergency contacts
- Police Scotland
Call 101 for non-emergencies
Call 999 in an emergency
Support for adults and children
There are local and national services that support women and men who have experienced abuse, whether as adults or children.
Find out more about support services