Helping others experiencing family and domestic violence
Here are some resources to help you support someone experiencing 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.
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 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 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.
How to contact social work services
You can speak to a social worker over the phone.
How we can help you with family and domestic violence concerns
We can help you access our payments and connect you to other support services.
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.