Domestic Violence

Staying Home Leaving Violence (SEWACS/Budjangal Support Services)

• Covering the Bega Valley, Eurobodalla and Bombala Staying Home Leaving Violence provides case management support to women who have left a DV&F situation. sewacs.org.au

South Coast Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (SCWDVCAS)

Information, advocacy and referrals to assist women and their children who are or have been experiencing domestic and family violence, including court support.

• 02 4476 5416

Technology Safety Australia

Wesnet’s Women’s Tech Safety and Privacy toolkit, legal guides and DFV safety app reviews

• Techsafety.org.au

NSW Domestic Violence Line

• Local Service

The NSW Domestic Violence Line provides counselling and referrals to women experiencing domestic and family violence. Available 24/7.

• 1800 656 463

DVConnect Womensline

24-hour domestic violence hotline that offers free, professional assistance such as counselling, intervention, transport and emergency accommodation for people in danger from a violent partner or family member.

• 1800 811 811

• https://www.dvconnect.org/

Important Note SWDVCAS is not a crisis service, so not available after hours. For crisis enquiries please contact one of the 24/7 services listed on this page.

1800RESPECT

1800RESPECT is a national service providing confidential information, counselling and support to people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse. (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

• 1800 737 732

• https://www.1800respect.org.au/

Lifeline

Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Contact Lifeline if you need to talk to someone.

• 131 114
• http://www.lifeline.org.au/

Sexual Assault

NSW Sexual Violence Helpline 

For anyone in NSW impacted by sexual assault (including friends, families and supporters). Available 24/7.

• 1800 424 017

Sexual Assault Service Bega

A 24 hour crisis service for child and adult victims of sexual assault, and their non offending family members. Provides medical assessment, counselling and treatment to people who have experienced sexual assault, and preparation and support for legal and Court proceedings

• 6496 1436

Escabags

Escabags Ltd is an Australian registered charity who distribute ‘Escape Bags’ for victims fleeing domestic and family abuse.

• https://escabags.org/

Homelessness

South East Women & Children’s Services (SEWACS)/Budjangal Support Services

• Local Service

Staying Home Leaving Violence provides case management support to women who have left a DV&F situation. Bega Valley Youth Homelessness Support Program for young people between the ages of 16 to 25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Eurobodalla Crisis Accommodation Service incorporates emergency accommodation, outreach, transitional properties and a men’s outreach program

• www.sewacs.org.au

Link2home

Link2home is the statewide homelessness information and referral telephone service. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

• ‍1800 152 152

Mission Australia Homelessness and Housing Support – Bega Valley

The Homelessness & Housing Support service – Bega Valley, NSW helps adults and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The service includes a 4 bedroom crisis accommodation facility for women with or without children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness due to family and domestic violence, as well as tailored support, advocacy and outreach is provided.

• 6491 2100

Mental Health

Bega Safe Haven

Safe Haven is a place where you can go to get calm and culturally sensitive support if you are experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts. It is a safe place where you can talk openly about how you are feeling and what you’re going through. It is free and you don’t need an appointment. They encourage people 14 and up.

• (02) 6491 9214

Headspace – Bega

Headspace Bega is committed to providing quality Mental Health, Alcohol and other Drugs, Sexual and Physical health and Vocational support services to young people aged 12 – 25. They also offer  support to their family and friends. P: 1800 959 844 | F: 02 6494 8855

• https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/bega/

Bega Mental Health Hub

Bega Mental health hub offers mild – moderate mental health support for a 3-6 month period, with a no wrong door policy.

• 6492 8800

NSW Mental Health Line

The 1800 011 511 Mental Health Line is NSW Health’s 24/7 statewide phone service which links people with NSW Health mental health services. It is a free service.

• 1800 011 511

Suicide Call Back Service

The 1800 011 511 Mental Health Line is NSW Health’s 24/7 statewide phone service which links people with NSW Health mental health services. It is a free service.

• 1300 659 467

• https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/