Crisis Resources & Support
If you or someone you know is in danger, help is available. All services are free and confidential.
🚨 In Immediate Danger?
Call 000
Emergency services are available 24/7
National Crisis Hotlines
1800RESPECT - National Domestic Violence Helpline
24/7 confidential support for domestic and family violence
Lifeline Australia
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention
NSW Domestic Violence Line
NSW specific domestic violence support line
Men's Referral Service
Support for men to stop using violence
Local Resources
SafeSteps Family Violence Response Centre
Emergency AccommodationEmergency accommodation and support for women and children escaping family violence
Women's Legal Service
Legal AidFree legal assistance with AVOs, family law, and domestic violence matters
Relationships Australia
Counselling ServicesIndividual and group counselling for domestic violence survivors
Emergency Relief Services
Financial AssistanceCentrelink and community emergency financial support
Safety Planning
Having a safety plan can help protect you and your loved ones. Here are important areas to consider:
Creating a Safety Plan
- Identify safe places you can go in an emergency
- Keep important documents in a safe place
- Have a bag packed with essentials ready to go
- Memorise important phone numbers
- Plan how you will leave safely if needed
Digital Safety
- Use privacy settings on social media accounts
- Clear your browser history regularly
- Use a safe computer or phone for help-seeking
- Be aware of location tracking on devices
- Consider getting a separate, private phone
Financial Safety
- Keep some money in a separate account
- Know your financial rights and assets
- Keep copies of financial documents secure
- Build credit in your own name
- Document any financial abuse
Downloadable Resources
Safety Planning Worksheet
PDF GuideStep-by-step guide to create your personalised safety plan
Recognising Abuse Checklist
Interactive ToolSelf-assessment tool to identify unhealthy relationship patterns
Supporting a Friend Guide
Information SheetHow to help someone you suspect is in an abusive relationship
Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Educational MaterialAge-appropriate information for teens about healthy relationships
Economic Empowerment Toolkit
Resource GuideFinancial planning and career resources for survivors
Technology Safety
⚠️ Warning Signs of Digital Abuse
- Partner monitors your phone, computer, or social media
- Demands passwords to your accounts
- Uses technology to track your location
- Sends excessive texts or calls to control you
- Uses apps or devices to monitor your activity
✅ Staying Safe Online
- Use a safe computer or phone when seeking help
- Clear your browser history and cookies regularly
- Change passwords on your personal accounts
- Check privacy settings on social media
- Consider getting a separate, private phone
Note: If you suspect your devices are being monitored, use a public computer at a library, friend's house, or workplace to access resources and get help.
Need More Support?
Our advocates are here to help you create a personalised safety plan and connect you with local resources.