The Northern District (Sydney) DVRE team provides after hours crisis support to women (with or without children) who have left a violent relationship, or who are wanting to leave. Our after hours team is available 365 evenings a year and can assist with:
- Face-to-face visits from our after hours staff when it is safe for us to do so
- Assessments for our CatholicCare refuge and short-term transitional accommodation
- Warm referrals for emergency accommodation
- Practical items such as food, clothing, toiletries and baby items
- Access to interpreting and translating services
- Housing assistance and advocacy including referrals for CatholicCare case management
- Support attending the Police station to make a statement
- Access to specialist domestic violence services including counselling, groups and Victim’s Services
- Help with visas and immigration referrals
- Assistance with applying for payments
- Information and support to access Dom’s Place, our community drop in hub
- Support services for children … and more.
We help women (with or without children) leave domestic violence and build a strong support network and achieve safe and positive lives. Any organisation can refer women wanting to leave a domestic violence relationship to our service. We also welcome women to call us directly if they need help.
For more information:
P: 1800 324 924 (Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm)
P: (02) 9488 2580 (Monday to Sunday 5.00pm – 10.00pm)
frequently asked questions
What should I do if I am in immediate danger?
I am not Catholic, can I still access your service?
Can you come and see me in my home?
I live in Western Sydney can you still help me?
How long can you support me for?
Can you provide legal advice or guidance pertaining to family law court?
How can I ensure my abuser won't find out that I'm seeking help?
How does seeking help for domestic violence affect my immigration status?
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