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Victim Support
@victimsupport.bsky.social
Independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We monitor in office hours only. Free 24/7 Supportline: 08 08 16 89 111. Please note, this account is not monitored outside of working hours.
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We are saddened and disturbed by the horrific attack that took place in Cambridgeshire last night.

Our thoughts and sympathies are with all those affected during this incredibly difficult time.

If you have been impacted, we are here to support you now via our 24/7 Supportline and live chat.
We are a trans-inclusive organisation - whatever your gender identity we will provide sensitive and tailored support.

We’re available 24/7.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
November 12, 2025 at 7:15 AM
We’re sharing F.O.U.R. behaviours that can help to #SpotTheSigns of stalking.

On My Support Space, our online support resource, we have interactive guides which can help people to recognise stalking behaviours, stay safe and access support.

It's free to create an account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Experiencing #KnifeCrime can be extremely shocking and distressing for those we support.

If someone you’re supporting is being threatened and is at risk of weapons (including their own) being used against them, we can help.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#LivesBeforeKnives
November 7, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Experiencing crime can be incredibly stressful and can require tailored support.

Our My Support Space app has information on how to cope with #Stress including tools such as breathing techniques and journalling.

Share this resource:
www.victimsupport.org.uk/mss_app

#StressAwarenessDay
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 AM
#Islamophobia is a form of hate and can be motivated by prejudice on the basis of race and religion.

Our support is available to any victim of crime from the Muslim community.

How to contact us:
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
November 3, 2025 at 9:30 AM
We are saddened and disturbed by the horrific attack that took place in Cambridgeshire last night.

Our thoughts and sympathies are with all those affected during this incredibly difficult time.

If you have been impacted, we are here to support you now via our 24/7 Supportline and live chat.
November 2, 2025 at 1:14 PM
#SelfCare matters after experiencing a crime. Take things one step at a time.

Try:

- resting
- talking to someone you trust
- doing what brings comfort
- reaching out for support
- we’re here for you.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#VictimSupport
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Domestic abuse isn’t just physical.

It can be emotional, financial, or controlling.

If you’re being isolated, threatened, or made to feel afraid - that’s abuse.

Find out more information about #DomesticAbuse and what help you can get on My Support Space: www.mysupportspace.org.uk
My Support Space
Create an account
www.mysupportspace.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Got a link in a text, email or DM? Stop and think - don’t click that link.

We’re supporting Take Five to remind you to visit trusted sites by typing their web address directly into your browser.

#TypeDontTap #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect
October 24, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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 support while looking after yourself.

Create a free account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

#VictimSupport
October 22, 2025 at 11:03 AM
If you’re worried someone you know is a victim of #ModernSlavery, you can go to the Modern Slavery Helpline, run by Unseen UK.

Their service is 24/7.

www.modernslaveryhelpline.org/
08000 121 700
October 18, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Ways our services are inclusive for people with ADHD:
- 24/7 Supportline and live chat
- tailored support
- practical information on My Support Space about what you can do after experiencing crime.

We're here.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#ADHDAwarenessMonth
October 17, 2025 at 6:30 AM
#HateCrime is the term used to describe a crime against someone based on a part of their identity.

At Victim Support, we believe there’s never any place for hate. You can talk to us in confidence.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

#NationalHCAW
October 16, 2025 at 8:05 AM
#DomesticAbuse is an incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening and violent behaviour. In the majority of cases, it's carried out by a partner or ex-partner but can also be by a family member or carer.

Sign up to My Support Space to learn more: www.mysupportspace.org.uk
October 13, 2025 at 8:05 AM
#Stalking is fixated, obsessive, unwanted and repeated behaviour that makes you feel scared or trapped.

If this is happening to you, you're not alone.

Find out more on My Support Space. It's free to create an account: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

#StalkingAwareness
October 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
If you've been affected by the terror attack on Heaton Park synagogue, we're here for you.

You can use our free 24/7 Supportline or live chat service to speak with one of our specialist supporters, and get the help you need.

Talk to us.
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
October 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Normal emotions after an experience of crime:
- sadness
- anger
- frustration
- shame
- fear
- numbness

All feelings are valid and you're not alone.

Want to talk to someone?

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
October 6, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Want to get involved in supporting victims and witnesses of crime?

We're always looking for people to #Volunteer for us and there are many ways to get involved.

Thank you to all those who make a huge difference to our work by volunteering!

Find out more: bit.ly/3WbTyZd

#Volunteering #Charity
October 3, 2025 at 7:30 AM
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we're honouring the theme: Standing Firm in Power and Pride.

We’re proud to be an anti-racist organisation, committed to inclusion and equality every day.

www.victimsupport.org.uk/more-us/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #InclusionMatters
October 1, 2025 at 6:15 AM
#DomesticAbuse is an incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour. This can be done by a partner or ex-partner, or by a family member or carer (source: womensaid).

Need help?

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
September 29, 2025 at 10:02 AM
If you’ve experienced crime, or you’re supporting someone who has, and are part of the D/deaf community, we’re here to support you.

Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com/
@SignLiveUK (BSL): signlive.co.uk/login
Supportline: 08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#WorldDeafWeek
September 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
We’re here to help anyone affected by #Crime. Not only those who experience it directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.

Finding it difficult to support someone after they’ve experienced crime?

Talk to us.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
September 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Have you heard of the #WitnessCharter?

This sets out the 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 on our website: www.victimsupport.org.uk/going-court/your-rights-as-a-witness

#VictimRights
September 22, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We provide 24/7 help and guidance to all victims and survivors of crime and those supporting them. Our support is available 365 days a year.

Find out more about how we can help:
www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/how-we-can-help

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
September 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Support us by playing the Unity Lottery for £1 a week. You could win up to £25,000! Each entry generates a donation for Victim Support, and if you win, we win too!

Explore how it works:
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September 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM