Resources

Family violence

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000 and ask for police and ambulance assistance.

For help and support, these services are available 24 hours a day, although some may be closed on public holidays:

• Safe Steps: 1800 015 188
• 1800 RESPECT national helpline: 1800 737 732
• Lifeline: 131 114
• To find support in your local area, see orangedoor.vic.gov.au
• For dedicated LGBTIQ+ family violence assistance: Rainbow Door: 1800 729 367
• For help for women from non-English-speaking backgrounds: InTouch: 1800 755 988
• For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people: Djirra: 1800 105 303

If you are concerned that you may use violence against a family member, contact No to Violence: 1300 766 491.