Free, confidential support for anyone impacted by domestic violence or abuse. We're here 24/7 to provide you with support, information and a listening ear.
Contact us if you need a place in our refuge or help for yourself or your children. We'll talk through your situation and explore options with you.
Who can contact Saoirse Domestic Violence Services?
- You don’t have to leave your relationship to access support.
- You can reach out even if you’re unsure what you need.
- You can contact us about ongoing or past experiences of domestic violence/abuse.
- You can also get in touch if you're supporting someone experiencing domestic violence.
Call us anytime, day or night, for free
- Call us for free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year on 1800 911 221.
- You can call from any phone, even a mobile without credit.
Our helpline provides:
- Emotional support for women experiencing any form of domestic violence or abuse.
- Confidential, non-judgemental support to help you understand your options, stay safe, and begin to break the cycle of violence.
- Practical support and information on accessing legal options, housing, social welfare, medical assistance, rights and entitlements, including immigration services.
- Information about our domestic violence accommodation, support services, children's services, or court support.
- Where appropriate, referral to services provided by other organisations.
Write us an email
- Sometimes writing down your experiences and feelings can help you understand them better.
- Please email helpline@sdvs.ie
- You'll receive a reply from our helpline team within 24 hours.
Write us a letter
- If you don’t have easy access to a computer or phone, you can write to us here:
Saoirse Helpline Team, PO Box 10819, Tallaght, Dublin 24 - You can request a phone call or letter back — just include a phone number or address.
- Your letter back will be in a plain envelope — no Saoirse branding or anything that reveals it's from us.
Speak to someone face-to-face
- Arrange a free, private meeting with a Saoirse support worker using this form.
- We'll get in touch using your preferred contact method to book a meeting.
Request information / support
- Please send us a message using the form below.
- Whether you have questions, need support, or want to provide feedback, we want to hear from you.
No judgement. No pressure. Just support.
Call us for free any time on 1800 911 221
