Are You OK?

Domestic abuse and sexual violence doesn’t stop in later life. Someone might have been living with it for decades. Age UK Torbay are part of the Standing Tall partnership in Torbay; are trained in spotting the signs & can signpost to help orlo.uk/tdSZe #16DaysOfAction

Coercive control isn’t a one off incident but a repeated pattern of behaviour intended to frighten and intimidate and can affect your day to day life. Sound familiar? It's a criminal offence orlo.uk/53HmU #areyouok #16DaysofAction

If you don't know who to ask about domestic abuse or sexual violence, our library staff, schools, Age UK and the Torbay Community Helpline are just some places to ask for help. Always call the police on 999 if you are in immediate danger orlo.uk/kHvWa #16DaysOfAction

Due to the weather forecast for tomorrow, the Sofa has been CANCELLED. Services can be contacted using the Directory areyouok.co.uk @makeamendsrj @TorbaySDevonNHS

Tomorrow - 7th Dec - will be the last time our sofa will be out and about as part of #16DaysOfAction . Come and see us on Paignton Green between 10am and 2pm to find out about the different kinds of support that is available in Torbay. #areyouok orlo.uk/vJTsG

Local DASV services provide support to everyone. If you’d prefer to speak to services who specialise in supporting men or LGBT+ you can find these services in our directory orlo.uk/Wztzn #areyouok #youarenotalone

Just because you've had sex with someone before, doesn't entitle you to it again. Find out more about consent and why getting it is so important. Check out @DC_Police website orlo.uk/hPbxd #16DaysOfAction

If you're experiencing domestic abuse but don't want to leave because you can't take a pet with you, speak to @Refuge4Pets who provide a pet fostering service in the South West. You can join them for a dog walk from Paignton Pier at 10am on Fri 10 Dec. #16DaysOfAction

Stranger rape is rare. Sexual assault or rape is more likely to be perpetrated by someone known to the victim. There is no excuse and it is not OK. Specialist support is available no matter how long ago something happened orlo.uk/ix9Oi #16DaysofAction #areyouok

The Sofa on Tour will be in St Marychurch precinct tomorrow 2nd Dec between 10am and 2pm. Sit down and have a chat with support services if you'd like advice or help for yourself or someone else #16DaysOfAction #areyouok orlo.uk/cjPYR

Reclaim the Night is a walk through Torquay Town Centre organised by @DevonRapeCrisis tomorrow 2nd Dec, to highlight that women and girls have the right to feel safe on the streets at night. To take part meet them at 6.15 pm outside Torquay Town Hall. #16DaysOfAction #areyouok

Forming intimate relationships when you’re young can be confusing. If it doesn’t feel right, it might not be. Talk to the pastoral care team at school, or an adult you trust. orlo.uk/BHrmu #16DaysOfAction #areyouok

A healthy relationship is built on trust, respect and consent. If yours isn’t, you might be living with domestic abuse. Visit orlo.uk/jZMu2 to find out more, inc where to get advice #areyouok #16DaysofAction

The Victim Care Unit has access to a 24/7 webchat facility if it’s not easy to talk on the phone and can help you find a service that’s right for you orlo.uk/oMe2e #youarenotalone #16DaysofAction

Gaslighting is subtle and slow. It includes telling blatant lies, denying they said something, wearing you down gradually until you're confused, don’t know who to trust and doubt your own sanity. It's highly controlling and it's an offence orlo.uk/9U99j #16DaysOfAction

You are never to blame for domestic abuse or sexual violence. The only one to blame is the one who hurts you. For advice, info or to find a service orlo.uk/0ZghI #16DaysOfAction #areyouok

#WhiteRibbon accreditation for the 2nd time is good news and underlines Torbay Council's commitment to zero acceptance of abuse and violence in the workplace. For many staff home has become the workplace making this commitment even more important orlo.uk/lssF1

Torbay Council has a workplace policy and guidance for managers to support staff who may be experiencing domestic abuse at home. There is a toolkit on our website to help employers create a policy and advice on how to support your staff. Take a look orlo.uk/omVCi