There are many organisations in Scotland that can offer you help and support. Some of these organisations have local offices. For more details contact the organisation directly.
As the Scottish Prison Service does not maintain these websites, we are not responsible for their content.
Advice and support for victims of crime and witnesses.
Offers free, confidential support to anyone who has experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives. The National Office can refer you to support available through your local Rape Crisis Centre.
Scottish Women's Aid is the national organisation which most Women's Aid groups are members of. They campaign on behalf of Women and children in Scotland. For information, support and safe refuge for women who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse you can contact your local Women's Aid group.
Offers support and advice to children.
A source of help for people in need.
Provides information about general housing matters and emergency access to refuge services.
Advice about your rights. This website will give you details about how to contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau.
For men experiencing domestic abuse from their partner. This service also receives calls from men who are concerned about their own abusive behaviour and violence towards their partners and/or children.
Provides support to families who are affected by someone else's alcohol and/or drugs misuse and raise awareness of the issues that affect them.
The road safety charity which provides support and practical information if you have been bereaved or seriously injured in a road crash.
Counselling Directory is a confidential service that encourages those in distress to seek help. The directory contains information of many different types of distress, as well as articles, news, and events.
This project helps people camouflage scars that have been a result of violent attack to improve their confidence and independence.
Support for families affected by child sexual abuse and related problems.
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) is the UK's leading national charity offering support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse, including physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect.
Provides confidential information and support to those affected by domestic abuse. It is free to call the Helpline from all landlines and from most mobile network providers.
Support for families and friends of murder or suicide victims.
A road safety charity that also help people affected by road crashes.
Offers support and encouragement to bereaved parents and their families after the death of a child.