Social work services if you’re experiencing violence
If you’re experiencing family and domestic violence, we can help you access certain services.
What is family and domestic violence
Any behaviour that’s violent, threatening, controlling or intended to make you or your family feel scared and unsafe can be considered family and domestic violence.
How to claim a Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence
Complete the following steps to claim Crisis Payment for extreme circumstances family and domestic violence.
Where to get help for domestic violence
Get help accessing our payments and connecting to local support services like legal and housing support.
How much Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence you can get
You can get this Crisis Payment once per incident or circumstance.
Social work services for your mental health
We can help you access mental health support services in certain circumstances.
How to contact social work services
You can speak to a social worker over the phone.
Who can get a Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence
To get this Crisis Payment you must have experienced family and domestic violence and meet the other eligibility criteria.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Who can get a Crisis Payment for Other Extreme Circumstances
You may get this if you were forced to leave your home because of an extreme circumstance and meet other eligibility criteria.