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Help for particular groups in Ireland

Abuse happens in every kind of family and relationship. Some services know particular situations well.

This is general information, not legal advice. Each service was checked against its own website on 7 November 2026. Rules change: read what the service itself says before you decide.

Who can help

  • Men's Aid Ireland

    Support for men and their families facing domestic abuse: a confidential helpline, one-to-one support, counselling and court support.

    Who it is for Men experiencing domestic abuse, and their families.

    First step Call or email the Men's Aid helpline on weekdays. You do not have to give your name.

    Good to know If they call you back, it will show as a private number.

    mensaid.ie

  • National Male Advice Line

    A freephone line, open seven days, where trained counsellors give men emotional support, information and practical advice about domestic abuse.

    Who it is for Men experiencing domestic violence and abuse, and family or friends worried about them.

    First step Call the freephone line during its opening hours, shown on their website.

    Good to know They can point you to services for gay, bisexual and trans men, and to legal and housing advice, but cannot give legal advice themselves.

    mensnetwork.ie

  • LGBT Ireland – National LGBT Helpline

    A listening service run by trained LGBTQI+ volunteers, by phone or online chat, who can also point you to other help and information.

    Who it is for People who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex or non-binary, and their family members.

    First step Call the freephone helpline or use the online chat in the evenings and at weekends (times on their website).

    Good to know This is not a specialist domestic abuse service, but volunteers can signpost you to one.

    lgbt.ie

  • HSE – raise a concern about abuse of an adult at risk

    The HSE looks into abuse or neglect of adults at risk, such as older or disabled people, whether it happens at home or in a care service.

    Who it is for Adults at higher risk of abuse, such as older people or people with a disability, and anyone worried about them.

    First step Use the HSE online form to report abuse at home or elsewhere. If it is in a HSE service, ask to speak to a manager or designated officer.

    Good to know In immediate danger, call emergency services. You can also ask for support that is independent of the HSE.

    www2.hse.ie

  • AkiDwA – support for migrant women

    A national network of migrant women whose victim support officer offers confidential information, referrals, court accompaniment and advocacy.

    Who it is for Migrant women living in Ireland, especially those affected by domestic, sexual or gender-based violence.

    First step Contact AkiDwA by phone or email on weekdays, using the details on their contact page.

    akidwa.ie

  • Exchange House Ireland – Domestic Violence Programme

    Traveller-specific domestic violence support: safety plans, crisis support, counselling, help finding a refuge or a place to rent, and someone to go to court with you.

    Who it is for In Ireland: Traveller women and their children affected by domestic violence. Exchange House is a Traveller service based in Dublin.

    First step You can refer yourself, or someone else can refer you. Contact Exchange House by phone, email or the form on their contact page.

    Good to know Their family support team also does outreach, so you can be seen in a place you choose.

    exchangehouse.ie

  • Pavee Point – domestic violence signposting for Traveller and Roma women

    Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre can point Traveller and Roma women to specialist services and supports for domestic, sexual and gender-based violence.

    Who it is for In Ireland: Traveller and Roma women affected by domestic, sexual or gender-based violence.

    First step Email or phone Pavee Point, using the contact details listed under Pavee Point on the HSE domestic violence support services page.

    Good to know Pavee Point has worked on violence against Traveller and Roma women since 1998, in partnership with local Traveller organisations.

    www2.hse.ie

Numbers

  • Men's Aid Ireland

    Call 01 554 3811

    Confidential support for men. Standard call rates.

    Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00.

    mensaid.ie

  • National Male Advice Line

    Call 1800 816 588

    Freephone line for men experiencing domestic abuse.

    Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00; weekends and bank holidays 14:00–20:00.

    mensnetwork.ie

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