Overview
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At PDAS, we provide trauma-informed, non-judgemental support, advice, and protection for anyone who has or who is experiencing domestic abuse.
Christmas opening hours
Call 0800 458 2558
Monday 23rd December - 8am-5pm
Tuesday 24th December - 8am-4pm
Christmas Day - Closed
Boxing Day - Closed
Friday 27th December - 8am-4pm
Monday 30th December - 8am-5pm
New Year's Eve - 8am-5pm
New Year's Day - Closed
Thursday 2nd January - Normal service resumes (8am-5pm)
Please note that we are closed during the weekends
The Women's Aid 24-hour helpline can be reached on 0808 2000 247
Call 999 if in immediate danger
Other emergency numbers:
Victim Support - 0808 168 9111
National Domestic Abuse Helpline - 0808 2000 247
The Men's Advice Line (for male domestic abuse survivors) - 0808 801 0327
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline - 0800 999 5428
Samaritans - 116 123
Plymouth Council - 0175 266 8000
"Without them I wouldn’t be here"
We’re working to break the cycle of domestic abuse. We offer a wide range of help to individuals and families in the Plymouth area, including confidential advice, one-to-one and group support sessions, and safe accommodation. Our trauma-informed services include:
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Safety planning
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Referring you to other support agencies, including legal and benefits advice
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Helping you to build your future and move on with your life
You have the right to feel safe.
In a non-emergency, call 101. Alternatively, call the Women’s Aid 24-hour helpline: 0808 2000 247. To access mental health services through NHS 111, call 111 and select option two. In an emergency, always call 999.
We are available Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm, with evening appointments available on request.
Support
Accessing our services
Taking the first step
Are you, or someone you know, ready to take the first step towards a safer and more empowered life? We’re here for you.
In order for us to extend our support at PDAS, the person in need of our services must:
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Be aged 16 or over
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Be experiencing any form of domestic abuse
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Live in Plymouth
How do I apply?
Please complete the confidential enquiry form below, or call 0800 458 2558 (Freephone).
To contact our refuge, call 01752 562 286 (9am to 5pm).
If you are in immediate danger, call 999.