Free, confidential support across Moray
Moray Women's Aid
Moray Women's Aid offers a free, confidential and non-judgemental specialist service to women, children and young people in Moray who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic abuse. Support can be face to face or by phone - we will support you in the way that meets your needs.
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm · In an emergency, always call 999.
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Free, confidential and non-judgemental. You choose how we support you.
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm
In immediate danger Call 999If you can't speak, stay on the line - on a mobile, press 55 when prompted.
24-hour national helpline 0800 027 1234Scotland's Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline, free, any time.
Prefer to write? Send a messageEmail us and we'll get back to you during office hours.
How we can help
Support shaped around you
From refuge accommodation and one-to-one support to counselling, group work and a dedicated service for children and young people.
Adult Services
Support, guidance and refuge accommodation for women over 16, from all communities.
Find out moreChildren & Young Person's Service
One-to-one and group support for children and young people aged 5 to 18.
Find out moreCommunity Outreach & Therapeutic Services
Outreach, crisis work, resettlement and group work to build confidence and independence.
Find out moreLGBT
Specialist, inclusive support for LGBTQ+ women experiencing domestic abuse.
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About Moray Women's Aid
A local charity, here for Moray since 1987
We work across every part of Moray from our purpose-built refuge in Elgin, offering support, guidance and accommodation to women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
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Free, confidential support
A free, confidential and non-judgemental specialist service for women, children and young people in Moray who are, or have been, affected by domestic abuse - face to face or by phone.
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Refuge and practical help
Refuge accommodation, one-to-one support, group work, counselling, risk assessments, safety planning and signposting to housing and debt advice. Our support is trauma informed and strengths based.
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Mental wellbeing and community
Group work to support resilience and mental wellbeing, including peer support, mindfulness, social groups and activities, and an after-school club for children and young people.
Understanding domestic abuse
It's about power and control - and it's never your fault
Domestic abuse is much more than physical violence. It can be emotional, sexual, financial or coercive, and it usually gets worse over time. Learning to recognise it is the first step.
"An equitable society in which women, children and young people are valued participants, able to determine their own future and free from all forms of abuse."Our vision
- What is domestic abuse?The different forms abuse can take.
- Myths and Domestic AbuseCommon myths about domestic abuse - and the reality behind them.
- Safety PlanningPractical steps to help keep you and your children safer - whether you are staying, planning to leave, or have left.
- What is Gaslighting and Love BombingHow to recognise gaslighting and love bombing - forms of emotional abuse and manipulation.
- Men & Domestic AbuseIf you are a man experiencing domestic abuse, there is support available.
Support our work
Help us keep women and children safe
We are a local charity. Every donation, fundraiser and volunteer helps us provide refuge, support and hope to families across Moray.