Victims First Northumbria

Positive stuff, lets hope its rolled out UK wide and get some better understanding for victims of domestic abuse and how tough it can be to appear in court.

We've some beautiful heritage sites across our region but did you know we offer support to victims of crime across this whole area too?
Even if you live in a rural community or live just before the Scotland or Cumbrian border, we can support you.
#Northumberland #WorldHeritageDay

If you need non urgent Police help outside of these hours - call 101, call 999 if its an emergency. If you need to speak to Victims First leave a message via email at enquiries@victimsfirstnorthumbria.or g.uk or via our webchat facility & we will get back to you. #EasterWeekend

Today is #WorldVoiceDay & we believe in giving people a voice after crime.
#RestorativeJustice opens up communication between the victim & offender to help gain a sense of closure & ask questions to help them understand what has happened.
Give us a call on 0800 011 3116 to find out more or visit our website www.victimsfirstnorthumbria.org.uk
... #YourVoiceYourChoice
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Good news for victims of #fraud as #TSB becomes the first bank to Issue "Refund Guarantee" for all victims of fraud.
If you have been victim of fraud, we can help and offer support. 0800 011 3116

Furry friend or emotional support giver! Let’s recognise the importance of pets in some people’s lives when experiencing emotional difficulty. #NationalPetDay #emotionalsupport

If a sibling is dealing with the after effects of a crime, it can be tough sometimes to know what to say and do to help. Why not suggest giving us a call on or give us a call yourself to get free, confidential and impartial advice on how to help them cope.
0800 011 3116
... #NationalSiblingsDay
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Following, spying, loitering, unsolicited mail or gifts, unwanted & repeated texts and messages, hacking social media, spreading rumours, threats.
Just some of the common traits of stalking & harassment.
If you are unsure or concerned about these or similar behaviours call us and we can give you confidential advice and support - 0800 011 3116.
... #NSAW2019 #stalking
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Have you been a victim of Hatecrime in Gateshead? Would you be interested in using this personal experience to join Northumbria Polices Central Engagement Team, Safer Gateshead & Gateshead Council and Victims First Northumbria in working to increase referrals for support? If so, a Hate Crime; Victim Action Group is being developed in Gateshead. If you would like to be part of this important group get in touch on the details on the poster.

Did you know there is a safe way to call the Police if you are unable to speak? This could be so useful to many people especially in #domesticabuse cases and #stalking

“A pattern of unwanted, fixated and obsessive behaviour which is intrusive and causes fear of violence or serious alarm or distress”
Are you experiencing this sort of behaviour? Get in touch and find out how we can help - 0800 011 3116.
#NSAW2019 #stalking

Are you having a spring clear out? Do you have a wardrobe or drawer that is begging to be de-cluttered? Do you want to help out a local charitable cause?
If your answer is YES - get in touch with us about collection* or drop off points around the region and we will turn your old unwanted clothing, into new items to help domestic abuse victims start again and move on.
... *collection depending on amount and location may be possible
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Unsure about what constitutes as hate crime? This new video campaign may help.
If you think you have been a victim of hate crime we can help.
https://youtu.be/tdUUD7jcMVs

Today is #FolkloreThursday - so how many people are know the local folklore around the North East?
At Low Fell, people feared the nightly apparition of the Portobello Braag or what about the legends of a mysterious creature known in the Cheviots as the Broon Man o’ the Moors.
Not forgetting the nightly ghoul that terrorised people on the Dog Leap Stairs in Newcastle in the form of a pig or dog and of course the Lambton Worm
... Cheery thoughts indeed. Tell us your folklore stories - we'd love to hear them.
#northumberland #tyneandwear #history
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Just one of the email scams doing the rounds at the minute - don't fall for it. If something is too good to be true, it usually is.

Can you help?
Could anyone spare a couple of hours to help out our #traumateddy scheme at our Cobalt offices in North Tyneside in the next few weeks?
We have hundreds of knitted bears that need quality checking and tagging, so they are ready to give out to the Police to give to children who have witnessed or experienced distressing incidents
... #CharityTuesday
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Its #NationalPetMonth this month & #StressAwarenessMonth. The two can go hand in hand & having a pet can :
Provide companionship & reduce isolation Keep you active & improve well-being... Relieve loneliness & depression
Lets hear it for all our furry pals who help us de-stress when things are sometimes difficult.
#pets #animals #stress
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You can now show your support for Victims First by buying us a coffee - click on the link below to find out how your coffee (£3) can help victims of crime.
We understand not everyone has £3 to spare however if you cant buy us a coffee, we would love it if you shared this post in the hope someone else might be able to so we can keep on doing great things for victims of crime across Northumberland & Tyne and Wear, helping them cope and recover from what it is they've experienced.