000 - Emergency Services for immediate danger
1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
Experienced councillors available 24/7. This is a free and confidential service.
www.1800respect.org.au
www.respect.gov.au
Campaign to try to help stop Domestic Violence before it starts.
Click here to find out about support available for people affected by family and domestic violence:
www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/subjects/family-and-domestic-violence
Other government and Community Support Services
There are a range of other organisations that provide support services and useful information you may find helpful. You can use Service Finder to locate assistance in your local area.
Daisy – connecting women
Daisy is an app that connects you to services in your state and local area. Use Daisy to create a list of favourite services for easy reference such as legal, housing, finance, and children’s services.
You can also search the internet with Daisy and understand what to expect when contacting a service.
Your family members and friends can download Daisy to gather information and provide you with support.
Download Daisy from Google Play or App Store.
Family Relationship Advice
The Family Relationship Advice Line provides information and advice on family relationship issues and parenting arrangements after separation. It can also refer you to local services that can provide assistance. Call 1800 050 321 between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday, or 10am to 4pm on Saturday local time, except national public holidays.
White Ribbon
White Ribbon provides a list of national and state based support organisations which may be of assistance with family and domestic violence.
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is a free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25. Call 1800 551 800, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Lifeline
Lifeline provides crisis support services for domestic abuse and family violence. Call 131 114, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
MensLine Australia
MensLine Australia provides telephone and online support, information and a referral service. They also provide specialist support to those who use or experience family and domestic violence. Read more about this support on the MensLine Australia website or call 1300 789 978.
MoneySmart
MoneySmart has information to help you make the most of your money. Read the Urgent money help section and Divorce and separation section on the MoneySmart website.
Homelessness and Domestic Violence Service
Call Sharon 0428 326 540 to make an appointment - UnitingCare Wesley visiting Peterborough every second Friday 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Beyond Blue
Call 1300 224 636