Domestic Violence Outreach Program
 

Family/Domestic Violence Outreach Program provides a case management approach based on individualised support plans.  Support may include information, advocacy or referral to appropriate services including legal, court support networks and crisis accommodation options.

Subject to a safety assessment, workers are able to meet with women in a variety of locations and the program has access to transitional housing options.

The WAYSS Domestic Violence Outreach Program can assist with information, referral, advocacy and support.  Persons who are homeless or at risk of homelessness due to domestic/family violence can be assisted with accommodation options.

INFORMATION
A Domestic Violence Outreach Program Case Worker can discuss options, assist to establish safety plans, and discuss issues of concern. To provide the most effective support, it is important to ensure that the client is fully informed about the choices available to them.

REFERRAL
WAYSS Domestic Violence Outreach Program can directly refer to appropriate services or provide contact details for:

  • Legal aid and community legal services
  • Magistrate's and Family Court
  • Children's services
  • Family support services
  • Generalist counselling
  • Specialist counselling
  • Domestic violence support groups
  • Community support agencies
  • Health services
  • Housing services
  • Financial services

ADVOCACY
WAYSS Domestic Violence Outreach Program can advocate with and to:

  • Police
  • Magistrate's Court - Intervention Orders
  • Family Court
  • Centrelink
  • Public and community housing services
  • DHS Child Protection

SUPPORT
WAYSS Domestic Violence Outreach Program can support with:

  • Knowing your rights
  • Listening and talking things through
  • Obtaining safe and secure accommodation
  • Emotional support
  • Independent living skills
  • Financial management
  • Social and personal development

WAYSS Domestic Violence Outreach Program can support choices made about:

  • Living without violence
  • Escaping an abusive relationship
  • Taking legal action
  • Protecting yourself and your children
  • How and where you can live safely
  • Taking police action
  • Accessing services
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