We believe that no-one should live with violence and that all people should be safe, respected and valued.
central highlands support service directory
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or requires Police attendance call POLICE000
The Orange Door in Central Highlandsis a free service for adults, children and young people across the region who are experiencing or have experienced family violence and families who need extra support with the care, wellbeing and development of children (incorporating ChildFIRST).
Go to https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au to find out more or call 1800 219 819, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday (closed public holidays)
21 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat 3350
Free sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling, and counselling for workers:
safe steps Family Violence Response Centre provides specialist support services for anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or afraid of family violence, including referral to safe accommodation 24/7.
Headspace (mental health services for 12-25 year olds)
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24/7: 1800 650 890
Kids Helpline (phone counselling service for young people aged between 5 and 25) | Ph: 1800 551 800 (24/7)
Centre Against Sexual Assault (counselling and support; treatment services for sexually abusive or problematic sexualised behaviours in children / young people)
24/7 Crisis: 1800 806 292
Ballarat: 5320 3933
CAFs (men and family relationships, men’s behaviour change) | Ph: 53373333
QLife Counselling, (information and referrals for the LGBTI community, 3pm to midnight) | Ph: 1800 184 527
Thorne Harbour Health (Counselling services to LGBTI communities, family violence support, men’s behaviour change for gay, bisexual or queer men (including cis or trans men)