Maida Vale Medical Centre is now a domestic abuse aware practice. We are working with IRIS in order to promote awareness and support for people who are suffering from, or may be at risk of domestic abuse.
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What is Domestic Abuse?
Physical – Including being hit, kicked or attacked.
Sexual – Having to be sexual when you don’t want to.
Emotional – Being called names, put down, made to feel bad, or threatened.
Financial – When someone takes or controls your money.
Isolation – When someone controls who you see and when you go out.
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How can IRIS help?
If you choose to talk to us, we can:
- Support you if you choose to remain in, or leave the relationship/family home.
- Help to make you and your children safe.
- Put you in touch with a domestic abuse specialist who can help you confidentially.
For more information, please visit their website by clicking here.
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If you feel as if you or someone you know may benefit from this service, please find some useful numbers listed below:
Advance Charity (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) – 020 8741 7008
Asian Women’s Resource Centre (AWRC) (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) – 020 8961 6549
National Domestic Violence Helpline (Freephone, 24hr) – 0808 2000 247
Men’s Advice Line – 0808 801 0327
Respect – 0808 802 4040 (If you are concerned about your own, or someone else’s violent behaviour).
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In an emergency, always call 999.
