How to Report a Repair
Help and support for victims of domestic abuse
Domestic abuse in all forms is totally unacceptable. Melville has a policy (which you can find in our Document Library) setting out how we handle cases and the support and action we can take.
If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic abuse then please speak to our housing team and we’ll help however we can. You can also speak to one of the many really good specialist organisations out there set up to help anyone experiencing domestic abuse.
| Organisation | Contact | Information |
| Women’s Aid East & Midlothian | 0131 561 5800 | Specialist domestic abuse help, support, advocacy and refuge accommodation for women, children and young people. |
| Edinburgh Domestic Abuse Court Service | 0131 315 8122 | EDDACS supports female victims of domestic abuse going through the court process. |
| Shakti Women’s Aid | 0131 475 2399 | Specialist domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour-based abuse help and support for women from an ethnic minority background. |
| Midlothian Sexual Abuse Service | 07860 774 5063 | Support for anyone affected by rape, sexual assault and abuse. |
| FearFree | 0131 624 7270 | Support service for any man or LGBT+ person experiencing domestic abuse. |
| Scottish Women’s Rights Centre | 08088 010 789 | Free confidential legal information and surgeries for women. |
| AMIS | 03300 949 395 | Scotland’s leading helpline for male domestic abuse. |
| Men’s Advice Line | 0808 801 0327 | A free confidential support service set up to increase the safety of men (and any children) experiencing domestic abuse. |
| Scottish Domestic Abuse & Forced Marriage Helpline | 0800 027 1234 | 24/7 service for anyone with experience of domestic abuse or forced marriage, as well as their family members, friends, colleagues, and professionals who support them. |
| Victim Support Scottish Helpline | 0345 603 9213 | Providing information, emotional support and guidance to help people move forward with their lives following a crime. |
| Samaritans | 116 123 free from any phone or 0131 211 9999 | Free 24/7 helpline providing a lifeline for people in crisis. |
| Out of Hours Social Work Service | 0800 731 6969 | Council emergency service outside normal office hours. |
| Police Scotland | 101 or 999 in emergencies | Always call 999 in an emergency! |
