Mental Health – Other Support Services

Rape and Sexual Assault – ‘The Meadows’

Advice, support and counselling for victims of sexual assault. Services include sexual health screening and forensic examinations if required. This service is available even if you do not feel able to report the crime to the police.

The Meadows Sexual Assault Referral Centre aims to provide a sensitive, non-judgmental service to anyone in County Durham and Darlington who has experienced rape and sexual assault. It is a free service and available to both males and females. Specially trained staff can explain and discuss all the options so service users can choose what is best for them.

Anyone can contact The Meadows for advice or referrals, See below for contact details:

Telephone Under 18: 0191 375 2933
Telephone 18 & Over: 03333 44 8283

For more information you can also visit their website, click on link below to access:

Visit ‘The Meadows’ Referral Centre Website

Domestic Violence – ‘Harbour’

Help and support for women and men who have experienced domestic violence. See below for contact details:

Telephone: 03000 20 25 25

For more information you can also visit their website, click on link below to access:

Visit the ‘Harbour’ Website

Healthier and Wealthier – Citizens Advice

Financial problems can make mental health worse. Healthier and Wealthier can help you with your financial issues. They are funded by Citizens Advice so are entirely impartial and free. See below for contact details:

Telephone: 0300 323 1001

For more information you can also visit their website, click on link below to access:

Visit the ‘Citizens Advice County Durham’ Website