What We Do
Staying Home Leaving Violence supports women aged 18 and over who have separated following domestic and family violence and have stable accommodation, to remain safely in their own homes, where it is safe to do so. The program recognises that separation does not necessarily mean the risk or impacts of domestic and family violence have ended. Support is tailored to each woman’s circumstances and can include personalised safety planning, home security upgrades, technology and financial safety, housing and practical assistance, and advocacy with police, schools and other services.
Staying Home Leaving Violence provides client-led, trauma-informed, child-centred and non-judgemental support. Ongoing case management can assist women who have experienced or continue to experience domestic and family violence to strengthen their safety, stability and independence. Support may include navigating legal and family law processes, connecting with specialist services, coordinating support across agencies, and responding to changing risks or circumstances. Women remain at the centre of decision-making, with their choices, strengths, experiences and goals respected throughout their support.
How We Help You
- Safety planning – personalised safety plans, risk assessments and support as circumstances change.
- Home security – safety assessments and security upgrades to help women feel safer at home.
- Financial and practical support – assistance with financial safety, emergency needs, housing and accessing financial supports.
- Support for children – safety planning, advocacy, parenting support and connections to appropriate services.
- Legal support – assistance with ADVOs, court processes, family law matters and referrals to legal services.
- Case management – ongoing, individualised support, goal setting and advocacy.
- Service coordination – working with police, housing, health, schools, legal and other services to coordinate a safer response.
- Technology safety – support to address technology-facilitated abuse and improve digital and device safety.
Who This Is For
Women aged 18 and over who have separated following domestic and family violence and have stable accommodation, to remain safely in their own homes, where it is safe to do so.
When We Are Open And How To Reach Us
Feedback From The People We Work With
“I don’t feel judged and I felt really supported in everything. The worker was unbelievable, everything she told me was truthful and she walked me through the whole process. My whole life has turned around” Client – Anon
What One Of Our Team Wanted To Share With You
For assistance outside of working hours
DV Line 1800 656 463
1800respect 1800 737 732
In an emergency call 000