Are you experiencing violence in a close relationship?
Examples of violence
- When someone insults you, calls you names and says you are a worthless or difficult person.
- When someone pushes, hits or hurts you in some other way.
- When someone controls and restricts you or forces you to do things you do not want to do.
- When someone forces you to adapt the way you behave or your way of life.
- When someone forces you to do something of a sexual nature.
- When someone takes control of your finances.
You are entitled to protection and support
Violence in a close relationship can happen to anyone. If you have experienced this sort of violence, you are to be given information, protection and support and you are to be treated respectfully and with empathy. These are your rights. If you have children, they are also entitled to support.
You can get help with:
- Counselling
- Proteetlon and temporary accommodation
- Financial assistance
- Help when you contact other public authorities, for example the police
Contact us so we can help you. You can remain anonymous if you wish.
In case of an emergency, always call 112.
Contact:
Organisation: Socialkontoret
Telephone number: 0225-55 165.