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A charity set up to provide advice for victims and practitioners around anti-social behaviour.

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ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Aug 30

We offer free, confidential support to help you understand your options regarding anti-social behaviour.

No judgement. Just help.

Contact us by visiting our website!

#ASB #AntiSocialBehaviour

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 14h

We are thrilled to announce that Midland Heart Housing have sign up to The ASB Help PLEDGE.

Thank you for demonstrating your commitment to keeping victims at the heart of your ASB Case Review process.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 1d

It's #SelfCareSunday

If you’re struggling with the stress of anti-social behaviour, try listening to songs that lift your spirits or calm your mind. Even a few minutes can help you reset and find some peace.

Find more mental health tips from Headspace here 👉 www.headspace.com/articles/men...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 4d

We are over half way through our training package with West Yorkshire Police.

In training, we have looked at: ASB tools and powers, the ASB Case Review and real victim and practitioner case studies.

Find more about our training here: asbhelp.co.uk/practitioner...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 5d

Our whole team went over to Birmingham yesterday for Green & Burton's #ASB11 conference.

It was a very insightful event full of inspiring speakers (including our own Charlie).

We want to thank the victims who courageously shared their experiences as part of this event.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 5d

We are pleased to announce that Runnymede Council have taken our ASB Help PLEDGE!

It was great to catch up with their team at the Green and Burton #ASB11 conference yesterday.

Find out more about The ASB Help PLEDGE here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/practitioner...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 9d

Don’t let anti-social behaviour silence you.

Our free advice service can help you to understand your rights and be heard.

Reach out to us here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/contact-us-2/

#ASB #Advice #YourVoiceMatters

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 10d

We want to say a massive thank you to Midland Heart Housing for their generous donation of £500 in the process of signing up to The ASB Help PLEDGE.

This generosity helps us to continue our work in supporting victims of anti-social behaviour.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 10d

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay

We want to take this time to remember that the impact of anti-social behaviour reaches beyond the incidents themselves - it affects how people feel, think and live.

It is vital that victims of ASB have access to the right support.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 12d

If you are being impacted by anti-social behaviour, we will do our very best to advise you on your rights and options for seeking support.

Reach out to us here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/contact-us-2/

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 13d

Met Police recently announced they will be scrapping anti-social behaviour officers: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Here is our response:

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 15d

It's #SelfcareSunday

We know how much anti-social behaviour can impact mental and physical health. When faced with ongoing, chronic ASB, it is vital that you reach out for support.

Find more mental health tips from People First here 👉 buff.ly/BFJEDQZ

#MentalHealth

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 15d

It's sad that we would need to cover two anniversaries in one week.

Today we remember Matthew Boorman, who was murdered by his neighbour following years of anti-social behaviour.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 17d

"I do not feel safe in my house. I am at my wits’ end.’"

A month after sending this email to her Housing Officer, Suzanne Dow sadly took her own life due to the anti-social behaviour she was living with.

Today we are remembering the life of Suzanne.

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 19d

Communication isn’t just about words - it’s about impact.

Explore our communication guide for practitioners working with victims of anti-social behaviour.

Find our guide here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/home-practit...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 20d

Today our CEO, Harvi, spoke at Westminster Insight's ASB Conference about the ASB Case Review.

She highlighted how it works and why it matters.

Find out more about the ASB Case Review from a practitioner's perspective here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/practitioner...

#ASBwm

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 23d

Sometimes being heard makes all the difference.

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. Every voice deserves to be heard.

If anti-social behaviour is impacting your mental health, remember to link in with support services 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/victims-hub/...

#WordsMatter #ASB #NotJustASB

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 24d

In our latest blog, we break down the changes in the updated statutory guidance for ASB powers.

Read the #blog here 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/government-u...

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ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 26d

When you feel like agencies aren't handling your anti-social behaviour case properly, try these avenues for support.

If you have a complex case or your case remains unresolved after trying these methods - please get in touch for further advice 👉 buff.ly/3JJ6IXt

#asb

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 27d

The Home Office has updated the ASB statutory guidance - largely concerning ASB Case Reviews.

This is an important, positive step for victims of ASB. We will be following this up with a blog breaking down these changes soon.

Link to new guidance: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68cacb...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · 29d

It's #SelfcareSunday

Anti-social behaviour can have a detrimental impact on mental health. Remember to reach out for support.

Find more mental health tips from Mental Health Foundation here 👉 buff.ly/jbHB0rP

#MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #ASB

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Sep 18

680 practitioners have been trained on ASB tools and powers, the ASB Case Review and the victim's voice by our team over the past 7 months.

Thank you to all the delegates who are working to improve outcomes for victims of #ASB.

Interested in #training? Get in touch 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/practitioner...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Sep 18

What an inspiring story!

A strong sense of community is important for reducing the likelihood of anti-social behaviour.

Well done to this group of locals.

Read the full article here 👉 www.stourbridgenews.co.uk/news/2547219...

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Sep 13

Between August 2024 and July 2025, we supported a whopping 499 victims who enquired to us!

We hope to advise even more victims this year, helping you to understand your rights around anti-social behaviour.

If you're being impacted by ASB, get in touch 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/contact-us-2/

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Sep 11

We want to hear your story! 📣

Please consider taking 5-10 minutes to complete our Lived Experience Focus Group survey: buff.ly/OSv3pdj

Please forward to anyone you know who has experienced anti-social behaviour ❤️

#charity #ASB #antisocialbehaviour

ASB Help @asbhelp.bsky.social · Sep 10

We've been receiving more and more enquiries that involve domestic CCTV.

Learn about your rights, and the positive side to domestic CCTV in our #blog collab with @neighbourhoodwatch.bsky.social 👉 asbhelp.co.uk/the-rise-of-...