Victim Support Kent

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After experiencing crime, your physical health can be affected. It impacts everyone differently but it's important to look after yourself. My Support Space has advice about what to do if you're struggling. Sign up: mysupportspace.org.uk #WorldHealthDay

Many of us struggle with getting a good night’s sleep from time to time. This can be especially true after experiencing crime. Sign up to My Support Space today for a guide with tips to help you get a #BetterNightsSleep. mysupportspace.org.uk/moj #WorldSleepDay

#InternationalWomensDay, we recognise that every woman has the right to safety, justice & support. No one should face the challenges of being a victim of crime alone. Our services are available 24/7,to everyone. 08 08 16 89 111 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

If you’re Deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired, and have experienced crime, we can support you. You can use the Relay app, which allows you to read what the other person is saying and you can either talk or type your response. relayuk.bt.com/how-to-use-rel… #WorldHearingDay

It's #WorldDayOfSocialJustice and this day aims to raise awareness of the need to build a fairer world. We are constantly striving for a better world where victims of crimes are listened to. If you've experienced crime, we can help. 08 08 16 89 111 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

#RomanceFraud is when you believe you've met a new partner online and are in a genuine relationship, but that person is actually a criminal using a false identity to get money or personal details from you. Need help? 08 08 16 89 111 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #ValentinesDay

Exposure, often called #IndecentExposure or ‘#Flashing’, is often minimised or downplayed. But it's a serious sexual offence. If you've experienced this, My Support Space has a guide about what support is available to you. mysupportspace.org.uk #ItsNotOK

If you've experienced or witnessed crime, you may find it difficult to talk about it. This #TimeToTalkDay we encourage you to speak to someone about what's happened and to ask for help if you need it. We're here. 📞08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #TalkingHelps

Image-based #SexualAbuse is when someone takes, shares, digitally alters, creates or threatens to share sexually explicit images or videos of a person without their consent. #ItsNotOK. Go to mysupportspace.org.uk to find out more about what help is available.

In the UK, one in six teenagers report harassment online (@BBCNews). If you're worried about a child and want to help, My Support Space has information on how to talk to them about what they may be going through. mysupportspace.org.uk #KnowYourselfGrowYourself #Cyberbullying

This year's #LGBTHistoryMonth theme is activism and social change. Our services are inclusive to anyone who has experienced or witnessed crime. We're here for you. 📞08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #LGBTplusHM

Receiving #Hate or #Abuse because of your religion or faith can feel isolating. If you need someone to talk to, our services are 24/7 and inclusive to all victims of crime. We’re here to listen. 08 08 16 89 111 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #WorldReligionDay

If you need advice about #HumanTrafficking, you can talk to The Modern Slavery Helpline. They offer guidance to potential victims and survivors 24/7. 08000 121 700 modernslaveryhelpline.org #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay

Our online platform, My Support Space, has information about your rights as a victim of crime and can help you understand the #CriminalJusticeSystem. It's free to create an account: mysupportspace.org.uk #HumanRightsDay #VictimRights

The #16DaysofAction ends today but you can commit to #EndDomesticAbuse anytime. Take action: - Get free online training. - Put the free posters up in communal spaces. - Learn how to signpost people to support. Join the campaign at domesticabuseservices.org.uk. #KnowSeeSpeakOut #16Days

It can be daunting to know what to say or do if you think someone is experiencing domestic abuse.Find a private space to talk - listen, believe and reassure them, then signpost to the Kent and Medway support services.Find help at domesticabuseservices.org.uk #16Days #EndDomesticAbuse

The risk of domestic abuse and online misogyny is growing. Help young people to understand what a healthy relationship looks like. Discover tools and resources at domesticabuseservices.org.uk. #KnowSeeSpeakOut #16DaysofAction #16Days #EndDomesticAbuse

The signs of coercive control can be subtle,but if you recognise signs like these in your relationship or someone else’s,this is domestic abuse.The Kent and Medway support services are here to help domesticabuseservices.org.uk #KnowSeeSpeakOut #16DaysofAction #16Days #EndDomesticAbuse

Stalking tactics can include adding spyware to your phone, damaging property, tracking where you are, following you and sending unwanted messages. If you or someone you know is being stalked or harassed, help is available at domesticabuseservices.org.uk. #16Days #EndDomesticAbuse