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Plymouth Domestic Abuse Services (PDAS) no longer provides domestic abuse support in Plymouth.
Support is now provided through the Integrated Domestic Abuse Service Plymouth (IDASP), which is commissioned by Plymouth City Council. IDASP brings together the specialist expertise of First Light, Ahimsa, Barnardo’s and Bridges Outcomes Partnerships.
If you, or someone you know, lives in the Plymouth area and is experiencing domestic abuse, contact First Light, who provide the main IDASP support service. You can call 01752 429 736, visit www.idasp.org or email PlymouthDAPartnership@firstlight.org.uk. A referral form is available on the IDASP website.
Behaviour change services for people seeking to address harmful behaviour will be provided by Ahimsa. Referrals to Ahimsa must be made by professionals. Professionals can contact Ahimsa on 01752 213 535, by emailing enquiries@ahimsa.org.uk or by visiting www.ahimsa.org.uk/professionals.
Sanctuary Supported Living will continue to provide refuge accommodation until 1 July 2026, when the service will transfer to Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA). We are working closely with the local authority and the new providers to ensure a smooth transition.
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing any form of domestic abuse or violence, don’t suffer in silence. In a non‑emergency, call 101. You can also contact the Women’s Aid 24‑hour helpline on 0808 2000 247. To access mental health support through NHS 111, call 111 and select option 2. In an emergency, always call 999.