‘One Stop Shop’ drop-in centres provide immediate support for you to get free, confidential advice from a range of professionals in one place at one time.
You can speak with us, as well as legal services, housing, benefits and family support.
Drop-in centres
Drop-in centres
Visit our drop in centres
In-person drop-in centre
Tuesdays 9.30 – 11.30am
Sunlight Centre, 105 Richmond Road, Gillingham ME7 1LX
Virtual drop-in centre for Thanet and Dover
Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00am to 12:00pm (except bank holidays)
Call: 07856 856278
Email: EastKent1SS@gmail.com (if it’s safe to do so. Make sure to cover your tracks)
We’ll get back to you by 12 noon the same day.
Find a One Stop Shop close to you
There are One-Stop Shops all over Kent and Medway – you can find the one closest to you by visiting www.domesticabuseservices.org.uk.
What to expect when you meet us
Our specialist team member will listen to you and chat through the right support options for your situation, helping you to plan what to do next.
It’s ok if you’re not sure what help you need or where to start, we’re here to advise you.
We will always believe you, never judge you or your situation, and everything you tell us is kept confidential.
Our trained specialist support worker will assess your individual risk and talk you through your options, which may include:
- Referral for group and specialist support (this may be with other relevant agencies)
- Advice on safety planning
- Advice on your legal rights, housing, benefits and family support
- What emergency accommodation / safer housing options are available
- Support in connecting you with other support services, such as the police and social care
We offer domestic abuse advice across East Kent, Medway and North Kent.
At a One Stop Shop you can get advice from a range of professionals
We are here for you
Last year we helped 1561 adults and 393 to regain control of their lives and go from surviving to thriving.
We can help you too.
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