Picking up the phone to ask for help after crime can be really daunting. Through our live chat service, you can speak to one of our specialist supporters and get the help you need. 💻 Start a live chat via: victimsupport.org.uk/livechat #VictimSupport #LiveChat #Supportline

The Witness Service focuses provides high-quality, tailored support to make sure no witness faces giving evidence alone. Our teams are in every criminal court across England and Wales, supporting both prosecution and defence witnesses. witnessservice.org.uk

Criminals can create fake emails or texts or carry out fraudulent phone calls designed to steal your personal and financial details. They can feel very real and can affect anyone. If you’ve been targeted, you’re not alone. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

This #DisabilityPrideMonth we recognise that disabled people are more likely to experience crime and have negative experiences of the criminal justice system, You’re not alone. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

If you’ve experienced crime, you deserve to feel heard. We’re here for you – even if you haven’t reported to the police, you’re unsure what you need or if you just want someone to listen. You’re not alone. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat #HereForYou

📘 If you’ve been a victim of crime, you have rights – and public bodies must uphold them. Our online platform, My Support Space, has a guide about the Victims’ Code and can help you understand the support you’re entitled to. Create a free account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

All survivors of sexual violence should be able to get the help they need, and feel confident they’ll be believed. If you contact us, you will be believed, listened to and taken seriously. If you want a safe space to talk, we’re here❤️ 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

Criminals are increasingly using AI to commit fraud – making it more convincing and harder to spot. If you’re worried you’ve been a victim, we can help. 📞08 08 16 89 111 💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat #AICrime

There’s never any excuse for #DomesticAbuse. No matter what you’ve been told, only the abuser is responsible for their behaviour. If you need a safe space to find support, you can talk to us. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat 💻 mysupportspace.org.uk

Experiencing crime can be life-changing. Everyone copes in their own way, and that’s why we created our online platform and app, My Support Space. There’s no pressure or rush – simply register and explore the resources whenever it feels right for you. 🔗mysupportspace.org.uk

#RetailAbuse is on the rise - British Retail Consortium found that more than 14 million people in the UK have witnessed abuse against retail workers in the past year. ➡️My Support Space contains information on what people can do if they've experienced it: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

After experiencing #Burglary, #Robbery or #Theft you may feel overwhelmed and unsure what to do. Our theft checklist lays out common items that may have been stolen, with suggestions on how to report and deal with each one. 🔗www.victimsupport.org.uk/crime-info/types-crime/burglary/theft-checklist

Facing your perpetrator can be a daunting prospect, but #RestorativeJustice can help you to move forward. It gives you the opportunity to explain how the crime has impacted you, and to ask questions of the person that harmed you. Find out more: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

Interested in #Volunteering with us? We have various roles available to suit the needs of everyone and are always grateful for the work of our volunteers. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Find out more about getting involved: www.victimsupport.org.uk/get-involved... #Charity #ThankYou #GetInvolved

🔣 In just a year, we’ve seen a 140% increase in people coming to us for support after experiencing technology-facilitated abuse to us. More needs to be done to meet the increasing demand of victim-survivors. We're here, always. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

We can help provide support for #AntisocialBehaviour by: - listening to you - speaking to the different agencies involved - keeping you up to date - helping you understand the process - supporting you if a case goes to court. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#Stalking is fixated, obsessive, unwanted and repeated behaviour that makes you feel pestered, alarmed and harassed. My Support Space has information about the signs of stalking and what people can do to access support. It's free to create an account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

❓ Have you heard of the Witness Charter? It sets out the basic standards of service you can expect from the criminal justice system in England and Wales as a witness of crime. Find out more about your rights: www.witnessservice.org.uk

We are all at risk from fraud. Every day, criminals find new ways of taking our money. They are skilled and well-organised, and they will try to mislead you using very convincing tactics. We can help. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#DomesticAbuse can take many different forms, including physical violence, sexual assault and economic abuse. There's information on domestic abuse in all of its forms on our online resource and app, My Support Space. Find out more and sign up: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

The Witness Service:  ⚖️is in every criminal court in England and Wales  📜 provides practical and emotional help   🤝supports all witnesses - defence or prosecution  🫶is available to bereaved families, and friends and family supporting witnesses in court.  Learn more: www.witnessservice.org.uk

The Witness Service helps people feel informed, supported and more confident, so they can give their best evidence in court.  The service can support:  - witnesses  - bereaved families  - friends and family supporting someone through the court process.  👉Learn more: www.witnessservice.org.uk

Our services empower people to rebuild their lives and give them the confidence to take back control. Select us as your cause on easyfundraising and prompt retailers to donate to Victim Support, at no extra cost, when you shop online. ➡️https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/victimsupportnat/

This week is a huge milestone: we’re now delivering the Witness Service, and again expanding our reach to support witnesses in court. It's vital all witnesses get the best, trauma-informed support possible, before, during and after their day in court, so they're able to give their best evidence.

📣From today, we begin delivery of the Witness Service across England and Wales.  This vital service provides all witnesses - defence and prosecution - with high quality, trauma-informed support, so they can give their best evidence.  Find out more: www.victimsupport.org.uk/support-for-...

🌟Just two days to go before we welcome the Witness Service into Victim Support! We’re proud and excited to be providing free, independent support for witnesses across every criminal court in England and Wales. Stay tuned over the next week to find out more.

If you’re supporting someone who’s experienced #Crime, it can be difficult to know what to say or do. #MySupportSpace has online guides tailored to supporters. They can help you give the best help while still looking after yourself. Create an account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

If you want to try something new, why not register for an Ultra Challenge? Last summer, a team from Woodcut Media completed the South Coast Ultra Challenge in aid of Victim Support - and had a great experience along the way! www.victimsupport.org.uk/get-involved/fundraising/challenge-events/

#VictimBlaming is when the victim of a crime is held entirely or partially at fault for the harm they’ve experienced. It discourages victims and survivors from speaking out. We’re here to support without stigma or shame. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

📢 We’re proud and excited to announce that, from 1 April, we’ll be delivering the Witness Service - providing free, independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales. 👉Learn more: www.victimsupport.org.uk/support-for-...