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Breathing Space is a free, confidential phoneline for anyone in Scotland over the age of 16 who is feeling low, anxious or depressed.

ASSIST Scotland is a specialist support service for adults, children, and young people affected by domestic abuse where a partner or ex-partner is involved in criminal proceedings. The service works in close partnership with Police Scotland and local authorities across multiple council areas, helping to reduce risk and support recovery.Their aim is to ensure that all victims of domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity are safe, informed and supported throughout their involvement with the criminal justice system.

A free, confidential service providing support to women, children and young people who have experienced or been exposed to domestic abuse, sexual abuse, rape and sexual assault. It provides up to 12 person-centred counselling appointments, which aim to create a safe and non-judgemental space where women, children and young people can make sense of their story and understand themselves better.

A therapeutic group‑work programme for children aged 4‑16 and their mothers, designed to provide a safe space to explore feelings and rebuild family connections through guided activities over 10–12 weeks. Self-referral and agency referrals both welcomed.

Crisis Counselling offers free counselling therapy to children and young people in West Dunbartonshire aged 10 and over experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties. Referral through Education services.

Adults can self-refer with a cost for affordable mental health support. Support is available face-to-face or online to help with issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Police Scotland's website has an Advice and Information page. Included are pages on:

• child abuse
• counter terrorism
• domestic abuse
• drugs (harm prevention)
• hate crime
• internet safety
• online student safety guide
• rape and sexual crime
• safe nights out
• stalking
• victims and witnesses

Future Pathways supports adults who were subject to abuse in a care setting as children by providing support with work and education, housing and benefits, counselling and trauma support, and access to records.

The UK’s specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, providing free, confidential support, advocacy and helplines for LGBT+ people who have experienced domestic abuse, hate crime, sexual violence, “conversion therapy” or other forms of abuse.

Also contains a range of downloadable resources on a range of topics affecting LGBT+ people.

Jewish Women's Aid is the only specialist organisation in the UK supporting Jewish women and and girls aged 14+ affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence, offering confidential support, therapy, and advocacy.

Provides free, confidential support for anyone in the UK experiencing domestic abuse. The website offers practical advice, safety planning, and access to a 24/7 helpline where individuals can talk to trained professionals, get support, and learn about their options.

Parent Club is an online resource offering information, advice and guidance on all aspects of parenting including breastfeeding, children’s behaviour, healthy eating, play, sleep and online safety. Parent Club distributes Baby Boxes on behalf of the Scottish Government. 

The Parent Club Teen Hub is packed with resources, advice and ideas over a range of topics, such as how to help your teen if they are struggling with mental health to more light-hearted topics like how to be a great parent.

Safecall can help if you are thinking about running away, if you have already run away, or if you have been away and come back. You can also contact if you are worried that someone else is going to run away or if they are being treated badly or abused.

Shout is a free, confidential 24/7 mental health text service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. By texting SHOUT to 85258, users are connected with a trained volunteer who offers calm, non‑judgemental support through difficult moments.
Shout also offers PeerChat for 16–25‑year‑olds, connecting young people with trained peer supporters their own age for additional youth‑focused mental health support.

The Mix is a UK based charity that provides free, confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social and mobile.

Dumbarton District Women’s Aid (DDWA) is a confidential organisation which provides information, support and, where appropriate, refuge for women and any accompanying children who have experienced or at risk of domestic abuse.

Information and support on all aspects of domestic abuse.

Safe temporary accommodation and culturally sensitive support for women, children, and young people. 

A website from the Scottish Government with information on the different support services available to you if you have been subject to abuse of any kind.

Dedicated to keeping children and young people safe, the NSPCC website offers clear, supportive advice for children, parents, carers and professionals on staying safe, spotting concerns and getting help. It also provides access to free, confidential support services like Childline and the NSPCC Helpline, so no one has to face worries alone. You can also send an email or complete a 'report abuse online' form at any time for free via the website. You don’t have to say who you are.

The WD for Families Hubs in Clydebank, Dumbarton, and Bonhill have skilled outreach workers who can help families access appropriate support at the right time in their local communities with;

• Support from Outreach
• Signposting to a more appropriate support & service
• Support in referring to another service

The hubs have new activities for January - April 2026!  For dates, times, locations, and more information please scan the QR code to visit the website or click here.

West Dunbartonshire’s Violence against Women Partnership is a multiagency mechanism that works collaboratively to provide support to all victims of Gender-Based Violence and reduce its prevalence in the area. If you, or someone you know, are experiencing Domestic Abuse or other forms of GBV, we have resources and support services in the area. You can find more information on local specialist services and national resources on our website. 

A free, secure app for people experiencing stalking in Scotland. It helps you record incidents safely, keep the information off your phone, and request a report if you choose to share it with the police or for legal support.