Domestic and Family Violence (DFV)
Domestic and family violence (DFV) can affect people of all cultures, sexualities, religion and ages
If you are experiencing Domestic Violence and in danger call 000 immediately
Are you experiencing violence in your families or relationships?
Do you feel like a partner or family member is controlling, consistently disrespectful, often puts you down or behaves in harmful ways?
Are the ways you are being treated making you feel afraid, unsafe or worried about your wellbeing? Are you worried about the impact these behaviours are having on other family members, partners, friends and pets?
If you are experiencing any of these you can get support by contacting 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732
Family Violence is behaviour by a person towards a family member of that person* that:
If you are aged 16 years and over, with or without children, and are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to Domestic Family Violence, Container of Dreams can help you. We are here to provide support to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
When you reach out to us you will be supported by a Case Manager who will treat you with compassion and dignity. We work collaboratively with you where you will feel comfortable sharing your experiences with our person-centred approach.
Service Referrals
The support you need is shaped by the journey you are on.
We can provide you and your family with assistance in accessing services including:
Our focus is on assisting you take steps towards building a life free from abuse. Your personalised case plan will likely begin with safety and needs assessments, so that we fully understand your specific short-and long-term requirements. We will then identify the supports and resources best placed to address your needs, both now and well into the future.
A safe and confidential space
You and your family’s safety are our focus. We prioritise your confidentiality from the start, to maintain your privacy and ensure your safety. Our team will work collaboratively with experts to provide you with culturally appropriate support specific to your needs.
Immediate access to necessities
Our support begins right away. We will work to identify your immediate needs as soon as possible, and assist you in accessing the necessity items, safety, comfort, and financial resources to support your independence from the beginning.
Women and Children’s Crisis Accommodation (Refuge)
Women and their families who are at risk of homelessness due to domestic or family violence can find safe and confidential housing options through our Women and Children’s Refuges. Located across northern New South Wales, this accommodation is a secure space from which you can plan your transition to a violence-free future.
Ongoing support
Our service provides regular follow-up contact, recognising that as your situation evolves, so too will your needs. We can adjust referrals, link you with additional services and help you plan the best future for your family.
If you are experiencing Domestic Violence and in danger call 000 immediately
Other resources that can help with support;
1800 RESPECT
DV Line 1800 65 64 63
Link2home 1800 152 152
Are you LGBTQI? Have you left a violent relationship?
We can help.
We have specialist caseworkers for LGBTQI clients. Get in touch with us.
For further support contact
For support in your state contact
If you are experiencing Domestic Violence and in danger call 000 immediately
Are you experiencing violence in your families or relationships?
Do you feel like a partner or family member is controlling, consistently disrespectful, often puts you down or behaves in harmful ways?
Are the ways you are being treated making you feel afraid, unsafe or worried about your wellbeing? Are you worried about the impact these behaviours are having on other family members, partners, friends and pets?
If you are experiencing any of these you can get support by contacting 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732
Family Violence is behaviour by a person towards a family member of that person* that:
- Is physically or sexually abusive
- Is emotionally or psychologically abusive
- Is economically abusive
- Is threatening
- Is coercive
- In any other way controls or dominates the family member and causes the family member to feel fear for the safety or wellbeing of that family member or another person
- Includes behaviour that causes a child to hear or witness, or otherwise be exposed to the effects of above behaviour
* also covers Family-like relationships which can cover alternative family groups, kinships and carers
If you are aged 16 years and over, with or without children, and are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to Domestic Family Violence, Container of Dreams can help you. We are here to provide support to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
When you reach out to us you will be supported by a Case Manager who will treat you with compassion and dignity. We work collaboratively with you where you will feel comfortable sharing your experiences with our person-centred approach.
Service Referrals
The support you need is shaped by the journey you are on.
We can provide you and your family with assistance in accessing services including:
- Counselling
- Police assistance
- Court advocacy
- Victim’s financial support
- Social support
- Family law advice
- Legal aid
Our focus is on assisting you take steps towards building a life free from abuse. Your personalised case plan will likely begin with safety and needs assessments, so that we fully understand your specific short-and long-term requirements. We will then identify the supports and resources best placed to address your needs, both now and well into the future.
A safe and confidential space
You and your family’s safety are our focus. We prioritise your confidentiality from the start, to maintain your privacy and ensure your safety. Our team will work collaboratively with experts to provide you with culturally appropriate support specific to your needs.
Immediate access to necessities
Our support begins right away. We will work to identify your immediate needs as soon as possible, and assist you in accessing the necessity items, safety, comfort, and financial resources to support your independence from the beginning.
Women and Children’s Crisis Accommodation (Refuge)
Women and their families who are at risk of homelessness due to domestic or family violence can find safe and confidential housing options through our Women and Children’s Refuges. Located across northern New South Wales, this accommodation is a secure space from which you can plan your transition to a violence-free future.
Ongoing support
Our service provides regular follow-up contact, recognising that as your situation evolves, so too will your needs. We can adjust referrals, link you with additional services and help you plan the best future for your family.
If you are experiencing Domestic Violence and in danger call 000 immediately
Other resources that can help with support;
1800 RESPECT
DV Line 1800 65 64 63
Link2home 1800 152 152
Are you LGBTQI? Have you left a violent relationship?
We can help.
We have specialist caseworkers for LGBTQI clients. Get in touch with us.
For further support contact
- Qlife: for LGBTIQA+ peer support, information and referral 3pm – midnight 1800 184 527
- 1800 Respect 24/7 National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service 1800737732
- Ask 1800Respect for a referral to your local Family and Domestic Violence services or click here https://www.1800respect.org.au/services
- Lifeline: 24/7 131 114
For support in your state contact
- ACT Domestic Violence Crisis service 0262800900 (24/7)
- WA 1800Respect 1800 737 732 (24/7)
- NSW RDVSA – LGBTIQ Violence service 1800 497 212 (24/7)
- VIC Safe Steps 18000 15 188 (24/7)
- Rainbow Door 1800 729 367 10-5pm 7 days per week
- QLD DV Connect 1800 811 811 (24/7)
- TAS FV Counselling and Support Service 1800 608 122 (9am -5 weekdays 4pm- midnight weekends/public holidays)
- NT 1800Respect 1800 737 732 (24/7)
- SA 1800Respect 1800 737 732 (24/7)
