Regrettably, family dysfunction, including domestic abuse, occurs everywhere, even in churches. We want to do our best to respond appropriately to instances of domestic abuse that arise in our church community.
Request Care
If you are a female who is a member of DPC and would like to request care regarding domestic abuse or mental health challenges from our women’s crisis care co-ordinator please fill out this form.
For urgent assistance
If you are in immediate danger call the Police on 000.
Domestic Abuse
https://www.1800respect.org.au/ A great website for many resources.
Phone 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) This is a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
Lifeline
Call 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support for people in emotional distress including if you are thinking about suicide, worried about someone else, or want to talk with someone.