Victim Support Wiltshire

Victim Support Wiltshire We offer free and confidential help to anyone affected by crime or impacted by anti-social behaviour.

For support, ring us on 0808 281 0113 Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-5pm, Tuesday and Thursday 9am-7pm

The thought of giving evidence in court can be stressful and scary.To help you give your best evidence, you may be able ...
26/08/2026

The thought of giving evidence in court can be stressful and scary.

To help you give your best evidence, you may be able to use something called special measures.

Special measures are things the court can do or provide to put you at ease and to make you as comfortable as possible while you’re giving evidence.

“I had a curtain … so I couldn’t see my perpetrator. You know they’re there, but I felt that did help. The curtain was quite close in on the box, so you almost felt a little bit of protection around the back of you, almost like a blanket. I needed that.” (Victim-survivor of sexual violence)

Our free online resource, My Support Space, has a guide to special measures, including who may be eligible, the different types of special measures available, what each one means, and how they could help you.

Create your free account today: www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj Or download our free app: www.victimsupport.org.uk/MSS_app/

You can also contact us.
📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
🗨️ Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com
🤟 British Sign Language (BSL): www.signlive.co.uk/login

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme provides payments to victims of violent crime who have been physically or ment...
17/08/2026

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme provides payments to victims of violent crime who have been physically or mentally injured. Not all injuries qualify for an award; the list of those that do qualify is set by a government agency called the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.

If the injury you’ve suffered does not qualify for an award this does not mean you’re not believed, or that the crime did not have a significant impact on you.

Our free online resource, My Support Space, has a guide to criminal injuries compensation, including information on how to apply, the process for completing an application, and what to do if you’re offered an award.

Create your free account today: www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj Or download our free app: www.victimsupport.org.uk/MSS_app/

You can also contact us 24/7:
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
🗨️ Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com
🤟 British Sign Language (BSL): www.signlive.co.uk/login

For full details of CICA see: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/criminal-injuries-compensation-authority

Our thoughts are with the family, friends and all those affected by the fatal shooting in Calcutt on Sunday morning.If y...
06/08/2026

Our thoughts are with the family, friends and all those affected by the fatal shooting in Calcutt on Sunday morning.

If you've been affected, our specialist team at Victim Support Wiltshire and Swindon can offer free, independent and confidential support – please get in touch:

📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

Need support or advice, but don't want to speak on the phone?Our 24/7 Live Chat is a free, confidential online messaging...
03/08/2026

Need support or advice, but don't want to speak on the phone?

Our 24/7 Live Chat is a free, confidential online messaging service where you can connect with one of our trained supporters if you've been affected by crime or a traumatic incident.

You might choose Live Chat if:
• You don’t feel ready to talk out loud.
• You’d rather type than speak.
• You’re somewhere you can’t make a phone call.
• You don’t want anyone to overhear your conversation.
• You’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed.
• You simply want someone to listen, at your own pace.

We're here to listen, explain your rights and options, and help you explore what support is available. While Live Chat isn't designed as an ongoing support service, it's a safe place to take that first step.
Our Live Chat is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for people affected by crime in England and Wales.

💻 Start a Live Chat by clicking the red 'Chat now' button on our website:
www.victimsupport.org.uk/

📞 Prefer to speak to someone? You can also contact our 24/7 Supportline on 08 08 16 89 111.

All victims of crime have the right to make a Victim Personal Statement.If someone is convicted of a crime against you, ...
27/07/2026

All victims of crime have the right to make a Victim Personal Statement.

If someone is convicted of a crime against you, a Victim Personal Statement gives you the opportunity to explain how the crime has affected you and your family. It can be considered during sentencing and by other criminal justice agencies involved in the case.

Writing a statement can feel overwhelming, but our free online resource, My Support Space, includes guidance and practical tips to help.

Create your free account today: www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj
Or download our free app: www.victimsupport.org.uk/MSS_app/

You can also contact us for advice and support.
📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
🗨️ Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com
🤟 British Sign Language (BSL): www.signlive.co.uk/login

If you're feeling anxious, writing down your thoughts in a diary can be a simple but effective way to feel better. It ca...
13/07/2026

If you're feeling anxious, writing down your thoughts in a diary can be a simple but effective way to feel better. It can help you understand your emotions, make sense of what's happened, and work through problems more clearly.

It may also help to calm your mind and relieve some of the stress you may be experiencing.

Writing a diary is a form of reflective practice. It’s taking time to think about situations that have happened, how they made you feel, and what you can learn from them. This can help you build confidence and develop ways to cope with challenges in the future.

Our free online resource, My Support Space, offers practical guidance for anyone affected by crime, including access to an online diary.

Sign up today: www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj or download our free app: www.victimsupport.org.uk/MSS_app/

You can also speak to us ⬇️
📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com
British Sign Language (BSL): www.signlive.co.uk/login

The impact of burglary isn’t just financial. It can also have a significant impact on your emotional wellbeing and sense...
09/07/2026

The impact of burglary isn’t just financial. It can also have a significant impact on your emotional wellbeing and sense of security.

Our free online resource, My Support Space, has a guide to “Feeling safe at home after burglary.” Create your free account today: www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj or download our free app: www.victimsupport.org.uk/MSS_app/

You can also contact us ⬇️

📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
Relay UK: www.relayuk.bt.com
British Sign Language (BSL): www.signlive.co.uk/login

22/06/2026

Many people are unsure where to turn after experiencing crime.

If you or someone you know needs support, we’re here to help.

Our services are free, confidential and independent.

📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

It’s not always easy to talk about what’s happened.But support is available when you feel ready - and we’ll be here to l...
16/06/2026

It’s not always easy to talk about what’s happened.

But support is available when you feel ready - and we’ll be here to listen.

📞 0808 281 0113
💻 www.victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

Address

7a Bath Road Business Centre
Devizes
SN101XA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+448082810113

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