The service is a DCSI accredited Specialist Homelessness Service and Preferred Support Provider for a range of specialised programs to assist women and their children who have or are experiencing domestic or Aboriginal family violence. These programs include:
- Crisis Housing Program
- Transitional Housing Program
There is no fee for service, however, payment of rent is required for the housing programs
Services provided
We deliver a range of services to women and their children who have, or are experiencing domestic or Aboriginal family violence. These include:
- Confidential intake
- Safety, risk and needs assessment
- Safety planning
- Referral to specialised housing programs with case management support
- Referral to other housing providers/options
- Advocacy
- Information
- Advice
Referrals are accepted from:
- Individuals
- Families
- SAPOL
- Community-based organisations
- Other specialist homelessness services
The service operates 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays)
For after-hours crisis assistance please contact the Domestic and Aboriginal Family Violence Gateway on 1800 800 098 (freecall 24/7)
For immediate assistance contact police on 131 444 or 000
Where: Whyalla
Contact: 5 Colebrook St, Whyalla Stuart. Phone (08) 8215 6370 or email whreferrals@centacare.org.au
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