Resources for professionals

Information, training, and guidance to help professionals refer and support those experiencing domestic abuse. Please get in touch if you need support with the process on 0800 69 49 999. Our advisors are here for you too.

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Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC)

Somerset MARACs are held weekly and arranged by a dedicated MARAC Officer in the Somerset Domestic Abuse Service

Safety Planning and risk management

What to do if someone discloses domestic abuse or you believe they are experiencing domestic abuse

Document and resource library

Quick guides and documents for practitioners

Employers domestic abuse toolkit

This toolkit aims to help employers support their employees and tackle domestic abuse

Support for parents and carers

Information to help you know what to do if a child talks about domestic abuse

Child to parent abuse

Child-to-parent abuse can involve children of all ages

Make a referral

Information for professionals and non-professionals when referring someone or yourself to Somerset Domestic Abuse Service

Advice on those who cause harm

A guide to your approach to working with those who cause harm

Referrals for those who cause harm

Referrals can be made by agencies working with those that cause harm, their families or victims

Training for professionals

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 statutory guidance states that public agencies should invest in awareness raising, specialist training and systems change

GPs and health professionals

What to look out for and how you can encourage patients to access help

News and updates

Advice and support
Jun 12

Domestic abuse expected to spike during international football games.

People facing domestic abuse are being strongly encouraged to seek support, especially during periods when incidents are anticipated to surge.…

Advice and support
Mar 25

Council urges vigilance against domestic abuse this Easter

As families eagerly anticipate celebrating Easter at home, Somerset Council is calling on friends and…

Advice and support
Mar 7

Decoding the dilemma: Why people experiencing domestic abuse stay

People experiencing domestic abuse frequently deal with a myriad of physical, emotional, psychological and even…

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