SUPPORT is on offer this new year, and throughout 2025, to anyone in Dumfries and Galloway impacted by crime.
Victim Support Scotland is encouraging people to get in touch for emotional and practical support. They offer in-person support, a helpline and webchat service.
Chief executive Kate Wallace said: “A compassionate and knowledgeable conversation can go a long way to easing anxiety – and we can offer that and more.
“Help is available in communities all across the country and we can support you no matter where you live in Scotland. If you’ve been affected by crime, even if you’ve not reported it, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for free and confidential support.”
The independent charity’s Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF) can also provide support to people who have urgent need of financial help as a direct result of crime. Accessible to people with no alternative funding options, the EAF covers various essential goods and services – for example food, utilities, clothing, travel, or security equipment.
They can be contacted in the following ways:
Free support helpline: 0800 160 1985
Webchat (and information on all of our services): victimsupport.scot
