If life is in danger, phone 000 (triple zero).
1800 RESPECT
For: anyone experiencing domestic and family violence and/or sexual assault and their family and friends.
Services: online and telephone counselling and support, 24-hour response.
Phone 1800 737 732 (24 hours)
1800 Respect website
Domestic Violence Crisis Line
(previously Domestic Violence and Aboriginal Family Violence Gateway Service)
For: women experiencing domestic violence in South Australia.
Services: information, counselling and safe accommodation options.
Phone 1800 800 098 (24 hours)
Domestic Violence Crisis Line - Women’s Safety Services
Nunga Mi:Minar
Northern Regional Aboriginal Family Violence Service
For: Aboriginal women and children affected by family violence
Services: emergency accommodation and support.
Phone 08 8367 6474
Freecall 1800 800 098 (via Domestic Violence Crisis Line)
Homelessness service provider directory
Ninko Kurtangga Patpangga
For: Aboriginal women and children affected by family violence.
Services: emergency accommodation and support.
Freecall 1800 800 098 (via Domestic Violence Crisis Line)
Women's Safety Services SA website
If you are at risk of future domestic violence
For: anyone at risk of domestic violence
Services: information about a partner or former partner, to help make decisions about your safety.
Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) - SA Police
Pets owned by people escaping domestic violence
For: pet-owners escaping domestic violence in South Australia
Services: emergency boarding for pets.
Phone 1300 4777 222
Email info@rspcasa.org.au
RSPCA Safe Kennels website
Related services:
Resources to help you with Domestic Violence
Policy-related information:
Yarrow Place Rape and Sexual Assault Service
For: anyone in South Australia aged 16 years and over who has been sexually assaulted.
Services: medical and counselling services, 24-hour response.
Freecall: 1800 817 421
Yarrow Place website
1800 RESPECT
For: anyone experiencing domestic and family violence and/or sexual assault and their family and friends.
Services: online and telephone counselling and support, 24-hour response.
Phone 1800 737 732 (24 hours)
1800 Respect website
Your privacy when experiencing domestic violence
If the offender is an ex-partner, it is important to remove their permission to receive or access information about you from agencies and organisations.
For: anyone experiencing family or domestic violence, and/or stalking.
Services: A guide and checklist to help you identify key organisations that will help protect your privacy.
- Suppression of Personal Details Information Guide (PDF 426.6 KB)
- Suppression of Personal Details Checklist (PDF 183.8 KB)
Disclaimer: These documents do not describe every situation or option. All effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information. The information should not be a substitute for legal and/ or professional advice. To provide feedback on the contents of this guide, email wis@sa.gov.au
Safer in the Home
For: women survivors of family violence.
Services: basic home security upgrades and technology interventions to enable women to remain in the home of their choice.
Phone 0400 983 360
Safer in the Home website
Ombudsman SA
For: anyone in South Australia.
Services: investigates complaints about South Australian government and local government agencies, conducts freedom of information reviews and supports and monitors the implementation of the Information Sharing Guidelines
Phone 8226 8699
Phone 1800 182 150
Ask for Angela - safety when on a date
For: women on a date who are feeling unsafe and want to leave without drama.
Services: participating venues will offer the woman a discrete exit.
Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line
For: anyone concerned about elder abuse.
Services: information about your rights, advice and support.
Phone 1800 372 310