Domestic Violence statement
People of any age can be affected by domestic abuse, but older people can be particularly vulnerable to certain forms of abuse, including by a family member, carer and financial abuse. They are likely to be dependent on the person abusing them and very few older domestic abuse victims are accessing professional support.
That’s why is vital for staff in our services to ask about domestic abuse and violence and for them to respond accordingly and take action to support people.
All our staff at Age UK Leeds receive training on Domestic Abuse and Violence. We also have the Domestic Violence and Abuse Quality Mark, awarded by Safer Leeds, Leeds City Council.
If you are an older person experiencing any form of domestic abuse or violence, we can provide a safe space to talk either face to face or over the telephone.
National services
Age UK can help an older person at risk of domestic abuse. The Age UK Advice Line on 0800 678 1602 is open from 8am-7pm 365 days a year, and is free and confidential. There is also a useful webpage with lots of information.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline operates 24 hours, 7 days a week and is free to call on 0808 2000 247.
Other Local services
The Leeds Domestic Violence Website provides information about the range of confidential support available to you locally www.leeds.gov.uk/domesticviolence, including details of specific agencies who offer support to male victims, LGBT+ victims and those from BAME communities.
The Leeds Domestic Violence Helpline operates 24 hours, 7 days a week and is free to call on 0113 246 0401