Donegal’s Women’s Sector

If you or any one you know have been affected by domestic abuse you can find support with the services below. Please know you are not alone, there are people you can talk to

Donegal Domestic Violence Services (DDVS) provides a 24hr helpline and emergency refuge accommodation as well as outreach support for women and children throughout the county of Donegal. Contact: 1800 262677 (24hr) Freephone

Donegal-Rape Crisis Centre offer one to one counselling, support and advice to those aged 12+ who have been affected by recent & historic sexual violence in a confidential, safe and friendly environment. Also provide support to family, friends and supporters. Contact: 1800 44 88 44 Freephone

Donegal Women’s Centre offer a domestic abuse trauma counselling & psychotherapy service delivered in their centre and outreach centres in community settings. Contact: 074 91 24985

Lifeline Inishowen provide a community response in Inishowen which offers a first step to support women and children who are experiencing Domestic Violence: physical, emotional, sexual and financial abuse. Contact: 074 93 73232 or 086 0650 353

National Support Contact details

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (Rape Crisis Help Ireland): 24 Hour Helpline on 1800 778888

Women’s Aid Ireland: Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900 operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides support and information to callers experiencing abuse from intimate partners.