Safe in Salford is here for you if you are affected by domestic abuse
If you live in Salford and you’re worried about feeling safe in your relationship, we can help you. Talking to someone about how you’re feeling can be the first step to getting the right support.
Breaking the cycle of abuse
From weekly surgeries and Drop-ins and one to one help, Safe in Salford aims to provide all the support you need to stabilise your situation and break free from domestic abuse.
Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) will support people to achieve safety through risk management, advice and advocacy. IDVAs will provide signposting and referrals into relevant organisations developing a package of support tailored to the individual’s needs.
Listening, understanding, practical help & support
Our Community/Step down provision will provide outreach support offering advice and support sessions delivered by trained professionals who understand the impact and consequences of domestic abuse. These sessions will cover safety and support planning, practical, emotional health, housing, welfare, debt and legal issues.
You can talk to doctors, nurses and other staff working at your GP Practice and request a referral for support relating to domestic abuse through our IRIS service. We will undertake risk assessments, safety plan, provide options and support. In addition, we offer support for children and young people affected by domestic abuse in their families helping them in forming positive, healthy relationships. Support can also be offered to young people displaying harmful behaviour in their own relationships.
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Resources
We have a range of leaflets, posters and publications that you can use to raise awareness or find out more about the work that we do.
Posters & Leaflets
Materials aimed at raising awareness and reaching out to women experiencing domestic abuse. These can be shared widely in your communities.
Useful contacts
Useful links to websites and organisations who can provide you with information and support. Please note that Safe in Salford does not necessarily endorse the organisations listed.
Statements & policy
Learn about our stance on Hate Crime, and our Complaints, Comments & Compliments policy
Frequently Asked Questions
Unfortunately, we are not an emergency service and are not available 24/7.
Always ring Greater Manchester Police on 999 if you’re in need of urgent help or are in danger.
If you need urgent housing support please see Get Help Now at the top of the page.
Safe in Salford’s helpline & services are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm except bank holidays. If you need support outside of this time please call the National Domestic Abuse helpline on 0808 2000 247.
You can use the contact form below at any time and we will respond to you during opening hours.
You will be contacted by our team within 2 working days if your referral is high risk, or within 5 working days if it is not high risk. The duty person will discuss your support needs. If they are unable to reach you, your case will be closed. If this occurs and you still require support, please feel free to contact us via the contact page.
Yes, all correspondence, in-person or over email or phone, is treated as completely confidential.
We will only break confidentiality if we believe yourself and/or a child is at risk or in danger or if there is criminal activity involved
Yes, when contacting us, please tell us whether you would prefer to discuss your situtation face-to-face, and we will facilitate this for you.
Yes, simply fill out the contact form below, send an email to info@safeinsalford.org.uk or ring us on 0161 793 3232 and we will arrange a suitable day/time to complete a referral with you.
Unfortunately, we can only provide domestic abuse support who live or work in Salford.
You can get help from local services, press the button below to access Women’s Aid’s Local Service finder
Yes, Safe in Salford offers support for children and young people affected by domestic abuse in their families helping them in forming positive, healthy relationships.
Support can also be offered to young people displaying harmful behaviour in their own relationships.
Supporting someone experiencing domestic abuse can be difficult and complicated, please click the button below to read our advice on supporting someone.
Yes, Safe in Salford also provides confidential, non-judgemental Perpetrator Support for those who recognise their abusive behaviour as a problem and want to work on developing healthy relationships.
Yes, Safe in Salford is completely LGBTQ+/trans inclusive, and we will treat you and your identity with the utmost respect.
The “Get Help Now” section of our website contains information and resources for learning more about domestic abuse, please click the button below view it.
Leaving an abusive relationship can be very risky, our support workers can advise you on how to approach this. You can also refer to Women’s Aid’s article on this by clicking the button below.
Contact us
Talking to someone about how you feel can be the first step to getting the right support. If you live or work in Salford please get in touch.
