People we’ve helped

Helena’s story

Experiencing Hate Crime

"The staff member at Victim Support Scotland has been my rock and my anchor during this difficult situation, giving me back my life. My VSS support volunteer…"

Anna's story

Experience of losing a loved one to violence

"Thank you so much. You don’t know how much it means to us to have this help, especially when we are going through this painful journey."

Eve’s story

Experience of rape

"Victim Support Scotland’s Witness Service and Victim Service are the best services ever to help. Before any trial went ahead the Witness Service had me…"

Ben’s story

Experience of childhood abuse

"Victim Support Scotland has helped me every step of the way, from speaking to the police to get updates on the investigation, to providing me with explanations…"

Claire’s story

Experience of rape by a partner

"I spoke with someone from VSS on the phone, and she also visited me at home. She helped me realise that what happened wasn’t my fault, and helped me build…"

Hanna's story

Experience of suffering domestic abuse and coercive control

"Victim Support helped me by listening to me, and putting me in contact with other organisations that I needed. I now volunteer with Victim Support Scotland’s…"

Mary’s story

Experienced anti-social behaviour

"Thankfully my life is so much better now, the new tenant is very nice and more importantly is very quiet! I was sad when my contact with Gill ended but…"

Callum’s story

The impact of housebreaking and vandalism

"Police Scotland referred Callum* to Victim Support Scotland (VSS) after the temporary accommodation that he shared part-time with his 8-year-old daughter…"

Kevin’s story

Experience of recovering after being a victim of assault

"Victim Support Scotland provided emotional support to help me get back on my feet. They helped me apply for further criminal injuries compensation following…"

Bex's Story

The impact of losing a partner to a violent crime

"As a witness and survivor of a violent crime, I would want every victim to know they have the right to support."

Ian’s story

Experience of seeking help after a young family member has been assaulted

"I would not wish on my worst enemy what we had to go through as a family. The police were saying the attack on Harris was as bad as they had ever seen.…"

Susan’s story

Support provided by VSS in a time of need

"I had heard of Victim Support Scotland at some point in the past, but it was not in the forefront of my mind. When I was plucking up courage to go to the…"