Get help in Dorset

Call us

If you’ve experienced or witnessed crime and want help, call our team on 0300 3030 163. Lines are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am to 6pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 9am to 8pm.

For our high-risk domestic abuse service, call our team on 0300 140 0092 – available Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.

If you need telephone support outside of our opening hours, call our free Supportline on 08 08 16 89 111. Supportline is open 24/7.

Go online

Our free live chat support service is also 24/7.

Or, you can email us: vs.dorset@victimsupport.org.uk. For our high-risk domestic abuse team, email us at: dorset.dass@victimsupport.org.uk.

Another option is to request support via our website. A member of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

My Support Space is a free online resource produced and owned by Victim Support. There’s a website version and the My Support Space app. It’s designed to help you manage the impact crime has had on you. It can help you feel more informed after crime, to reflect on your feelings, and it has tips to support yourself during a difficult time.

Talk to a caseworker

To book an initial appointment with a caseworker to explore how we can support you, fill in the form below.

If you’re a professional

We accept referrals for victim-survivors from external agencies. If you’re a professional looking to refer someone you work with, you can complete this short form and return it to vs.dorset@victimsupport.org.uk.

What we do

Our services offer personalised support that's carefully tailored to meet your unique needs. Find out more on our what we do page.

Other organisations in Dorset

Read our list of other organisations that can help in Dorset.