Supports for people with disabilities
Information about where you can get help or find someone to talk to about family violence. Includes general family violence supports, and those tailored for people with disabilities.
If you are fearful or feel unsafe or know someone who maybe experiencing family violence call 000 if in immediate danger or call Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 for advice 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Translating and Interpreting Service If you need an interpreter call 131 450 or visit the Translating and Interpreting Service website for more information. The National Relay Service is available as a phone solution for people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. Its available 24 hours a day 7 days a week Australia-wide. All calls are confidential.
- TTY users phone 133 677 then ask for 1300 366 356
- Speak and Listen users phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1300 366 356
- For SMS relay use 0423 677 767
- For Internet Relay calls visit the Make an Internet Relay call page and use this number: 1300 366 356
- For Captioned Relay calls visit the Make a captioned relay call page and use this number: 1300 366 356.
General support services in Geelong
- The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre03 5222 43189:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays)plus 24hour crisis response. Support for all people impacted by sexual assault and support for people affected by family violence. People of any age gender sexuality culture and ability are welcome.
- The Orange Door1800 312 8209:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays) People of any age gender sexuality culture and ability are welcome.
- Bethany Community Support03 5278 81229:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday Programs counselling and support to people experiencing family violence and those wishing to change behaviour.
- Barwon Community Legal Service1300 430 5999:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday Provides free legal help to people experiencing or who have experienced family violence. Assistance with Family Violence Intervention Orders and advice on related legal issues i.e. parenting arrangements child support issues with housing Centrelink fines or debts separation or divorce
Tailored support services
- Disability and Family Violence Crisis Response1800 015 188 or 03 9322 3555 or email safesteps@safesteps.org.au24 hours 7 days a week Support accommodation emergency accommodation and case management. (The family violence liaison officer can where appropriate approve short-term funds for disability-related supports such as attendant care hire of equipment sign/Auslan interpreting or transport costs.)
- Our Site from Women with Disabilities Australia0438 535 1239:00am-5:00pm Monday - Friday Accessible family violence information in various formats for women living with a disability.
- AskIzzy Online platform connecting people with services that meet their needs including family violence supports.
- 1800Respect App for Women with Disability Sunny is 1800RESPECT’s app for women with disability who have experienced violence and abuse. Sunny has been co-designed with women with disability to make sure it provides the very best support for the people who use it.