24 hours / 7 days
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre is Victoria’s only 24/7 family and domestic violence crisis response centre.
They provide a range of support services for all people experiencing or afraid of family and domestic violence in Victoria. Safe Steps services include information and referral, crisis response, specialist family and domestic violence risk assessment, safety planning, and access to supported crisis accommodation. The support is via phone, email, or live chat.
24 hours / 7 days
If you are experiencing family violence, there are services that can provide support and advice. They will listen to you and help you to explore your options and think about what you want to do next.
For support across Australia, contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or visit 1800respect.org.au.
We provide information, training, capability building and advocacy for organisations and professionals working to end family violence.
You can find general information about family violence on the Are you safe at home? website.
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