Supporting recovery from childhood abuse

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.

Reach out when
you’re ready!

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

The best time to get through is between 5 PM and 9 PM, as call volumes are higher at other times.

NAPAC: Supporting Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse

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.

What We Offer

At NAPAC, we recognise the lasting impact of childhood abuse and are committed to helping survivors reclaim their lives. Our services include:

Working Together

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

What to expect from your call

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.

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For survivors

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.

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For professionals

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.

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For supporters

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 Impact

Our Strategic Plan for 2023 – 2028 is now available. Over the next five years we’re 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.

How you can help us support more survivors

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Volunteer

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.

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Donate

For every £1 you donate, 89p directly funds our free support services for survivors, while 11p goes towards advocacy and fundraising efforts.

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Fundraise

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.

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Legacy Gifting

By including a gift in your will, you can help NAPAC support adult survivors of abuse today and help to build a brighter tomorrow.

Our Training

Enhance your skills and gain a deeper understanding of the impacts of childhood abuse with our industry-leading training

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