Staying Home Safe

Breaches of AVO and incidents - Always call the police if there is a breach of your ADVO. -  Keep a diary of any contact with the abusive person. Record anything that made you feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Write down the details of any conversation and any threatening or intimidating statements. This will be very helpful if you have to go to court. There’s a form on the next page to write them down. -  As you might have to repeat your story several times, write a timeline of the relationship. A case worker can assist with this.

NSW Legal Contact details:

Aboriginal Contact Line - Victim’s Services Women’s Domestic olence Court Advocacy Service (WDVCAS)

1800 938 227 or 1800 WDVCAS Provides women and their children who have experienced domestic and family violence with information, advocacy and referrals search for locations alsnswact.org.au 1800 765 767 for police charges and court matters 1800 733 233 for care, protection and family matters 1300 888 529 lawaccess.nsw.gov.au A free telephone service that provides legal information, referrals and in some cases, advice for people who have a legal problem in NSW.

Aboriginal Legal Services

LawAccess NSW

Aboriginal Contact Line - Victim’s Services Women's Legal Services NSW

1800 810 784 wlsnsw.org.au Domestic Violence Legal Service

For calming: apps such as mindfulness, breathing, or yoga exercises can help.

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