Family violence support

If you are affected by family or domestic violence, you do not have to cope alone. Help is available. There are a wide range of services available in the Western Region and statewide to support both adults and children who are affected by family and domestic violence.

Family violence is a crime. If you are ever in immediate danger, call the police on 000.

FIND OUT MORE

For more information about family violence including support services, click on the links below. You can also contact Women's Health West for information and referral:

Send us a confidential email, using the form on our contact page.
Call us for information and referral during business hours on 9689 9588.
If you need support outside business hours, call 9373 0123 or 1800 015 188.
If you need an interpreter, first call the Telephone Interpreter Service (24 hours) on 131 450. They will connect you with the service you want.

What is family or domestic violence?

There are many kinds of family or domestic violence. Family violence is not just physical, for example it includes emotional, financial and psychological abuse.

Services available

If you are a woman affected by family violence, we can refer you to a range of support services. Find out more about how these services may be able to help.

Prevention of violence against women

Violence against women is prevalent, serious and preventable (VicHealth 2004). Here’s what WHW are doing to prevent it…

For service providers

Women's Health West offers consultation, training and professional networks for service providers who have contact with people experiencing family violence.

Research about family violence

Women's Health West researches a range of issues related to women's health, safety and wellbeing, including family violence.

Publications and pamphlets

We have a range of publications about family violence services available in the region, including free and multilingual materials.

Victorian metro and regional services

Contacts for family violence and related services around the Western Region and across Victoria including counselling, legal services and more.

Information for parents/carers

The 'Choosing Positive Paths' kit provides information and strategies for adults caring for children who have been affected by family violence and the agencies that support them.

Privacy policy

We value the confidentiality and privacy of any individual who comes into contact with any of our services. Find out more about our Privacy Policy.

Useful links

Our links page is the gateway to a wide range of websites with information and resources for both people affected by family violence and service providers.