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Essex Compass
Essex Compass is the single point of access for domestic abuse support services across Essex. Compass can provide information, advice, safety planning, and referrals to local specialist domestic abuse services.
Helpline: 0330 333 7444
Opening Hours: 8:00am–8:00pm weekdays and 8:00am–1:00pm weekends
Website: Essex Compass
Next Chapter
Next Chapter is a specialist domestic abuse charity providing free and confidential support to people currently experiencing, or who have previously experienced, domestic abuse. Services are available across Tendring, Colchester, Maldon, Chelmsford, Braintree and Uttlesford.
Helpline (via Compass): 0330 333 7444
Direct Line: 01206 500 585
Website: Next Chapter
CARA (Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse)
CARA supports adults, children and young people who have experienced sexual violence or child sexual abuse. The service provides independent specialist support and advocacy for survivors.
Telephone: 01206 769795
Website: CARA Essex
Victim Support Essex
Victim Support Essex provides free and confidential support to anyone affected by crime, regardless of whether the crime has been reported to the police. This service can offer practical and emotional support alongside any specialist domestic abuse support being received.
Telephone: 0808 178 1694 (Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm)
Out of Hours Support: 0808 168 9111
Website: Victim Support Essex