If you’re an adult survivor of any form of child abuse, we’re here for you.
Taking a first step is difficult, but we can provide you with support and signposting on your road to recovery.
Call our free, confidential support line:
0808 801 0331
Monday to Thursday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
We’re having a busy period and email responses may take a little longer than usual. Thank you for your patience.
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) is the UK’s only dedicated national support service for adult survivors of all forms of childhood abuse. Our mission is to provide specialist, confidential support that empowers survivors to heal and thrive.
At NAPAC, we recognise the lasting impact of childhood abuse and are committed to helping survivors reclaim their lives. Our services include:
We collaborate closely with the criminal justice and public health sectors to support survivors in understanding their legal and healing options. Our psycho-educational support groups, offered online and in-person (funding dependent), create safe spaces for deeper engagement and learning.
Whether you’re a survivor seeking support, a professional looking for training, or someone eager to make a difference, we’re here to help,
We are a very small team and it can be difficult to get through. Please try at different times rather than re-dialling repeatedly as our team dedicate time to finish each call. We offer 30 minutes of supportive listening with signposting if that is relevant to your needs, but we cannot offer on-going support or counselling.
We also offer support by email – support@napac.org.uk
NAPAC’s series of booklets for survivors and those who support them are free to download
and are also available in audio format.
Abuse happens in many different ways, but behind every type of abuse is a misuse of power and control. You can start to recover and reclaim your life.
Adult survivors of child abuse often don’t receive the support they need, because professionals don’t understand childhood trauma and its impacts in later life.
Many survivors fear telling people about the abuse they experienced because they worry that they won’t be believed or the information will be too much to bear.
Our Strategic Plan for 2023 – 2028 is now available. Over the next five years we are investing in improving access for a wider range of survivors and ensuring we share our best practice approach to trauma-informed care, both in the UK and overseas.
Enhance your skills and gain a deeper understanding of the impacts of childhood abuse with our industry-leading training
By volunteering with our friendly Stockport support line team, you can make a real difference to someone in need, providing essential support during their healing journey.
For every £1 you donate, 89p directly funds our free support services for survivors, while 11p goes towards advocacy and fundraising efforts.
Whether it's a charity quiz, bake sale, or sponsored hike, your support helps meet the growing demand for our services and resources, empowering survivors on their recovery journey.
By including a gift in your will, you can help NAPAC support adult survivors of abuse today and help to build a brighter tomorrow.
We cannot offer any type of therapy or in-person support ourselves, but we can look at the signposting information we have for you to access therapy in your local area. The Survivors Trust The Survivors Trust – Rape & Sexual Abuse Services UK and Hub of Hope Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope are great starting points when looking for local support.
We cannot offer legal advice or support. Our legal page does have helpful resources Pursuing legal action – NAPAC and we also have a list of law firms that may be able to assist you Law Firms – NAPAC
We do not take referrals; please call our support line if you need support on (0808 801 0331)
