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Women's Domestic Violence and other Resources Domestic violence is a crime against women; not a god given right, nor part of a rite of passage for men. It is an indefensible act. There are options and services in Victoria that can help women make changes and informed choices and will offer individual support for women and their children. You and your children have the right to feel safe. The decision to explore these options may start with a phone call. (03) 9373 0123 |
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Domestic violence - services for women The Police 24 hour crisis help The WDVCS can act quickly if your situation is urgent and can help you with transport if you don't have a car or money. Staff at the service will talk with you to develop an understanding of your situation and assess what to do first and how to go about it. The best time for a woman to leave a violent situation will depend on the urgency of the situation and the woman's care needs. Contact with the Service is confidential. This Service is busy and may be hard to get on to, but keep calling and you will get through. Crisis line: (03) 9373 0123 or free call 1800 015 188 Domestic Violence Outreach Workers Call the Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service for the number of your local outreach worker. [Information sourced from Better Health & Women's Domestic Violence Service (Vic)] Return to Menu Refuges and Shelters Refuges and shelters provide safe and secure accommodation for women and children escaping violence. They usually help women get back on their feet by providing emotional support, legal assistance, and help to find permanent housing and assistance with applying for appropriate benefits. Many different organisations provide refuges or emergency housing for women and children leaving domestic violence situations. Some need to have secret locations to protect women from threats by partners. Living in secret locations can have disadvantages. You may have to move a long way from where you previously lived and you can't tell anyone where you are staying. You can contact refuges and shelters through the Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service of Victoria. Web sites [Information sourced from Better Health & Women's Domestic Violence Service (Vic)] Return to Menu Housing and Accommodation Women's Housing Limited Young Women's Housing Shopfront Melbourne Youth Support Services St Kilda Crisis Centre 9525 41OO Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service 9373 0123 Housing Resource and Support Service Inc. 9654 3859 Young Women's Project 9563 2022 Salvation Army Crossroads 9327 8513 Public Housing Advocacy Program 9616 8043 WIRE - Women's Information and Referral Service 1300 134 130 Anglicare Choices - Centre for Young Women and their Children 9429 6866 CARA Incorporated The Tenants Union of Victoria 9416 2577 or 1800 068 860 Return to Menu Other Services Action Centre Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service of Victoria Centre Against Sexual Assault Immigrant Women's Domestic Violence Service [Information sourced from Better Health & Women's Domestic Violence Service (Vic)] Return to Menu Leaving Abusive Situations Many women stay in or leave and return to their abusive situation. It can take a long time to break the bond and some women leave more than once. Going back or staying does not mean that you have failed; it simply means that you were not ready to leave. Some of the benefits may be an increased sense of independence, increased feelings of control over your life, more self respect, self confidence and a sense of identity. What can I do? For emergency protection call you local police. What to take if you leave Clothing for you/children [Information sourced from Better Health & Women's Domestic Violence Service (Vic)] Return to Menu |
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