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This domain is focused on your immediate safety and longer-term security. It is for anyone experiencing domestic or family violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, stalking, threats or other harm, or who is worried about someone else. It clearly points you to emergency services, national 24/7 helplines and local supports in South Australia.
It also links to DVA crisis payments and homelessness support where leaving an unsafe situation affects your housing or income, and to legal and financial counselling services. The aim is to help you know your options, your rights and where to get confidential, trauma-informed help.
If you or your family are experiencing violence, abuse, or threat, immediate assistance and confidential support are available 24/7:
1800RESPECT
Website: 1800RESPECT
Phone: 1800 737 732
SA Domestic Violence Crisis Line
Website: SA Domestic Violence Crisis Line
Phone: 1800 800 098
Open Arms
Website: Open Arms
Phone: 1800 011 046
Legal issues—whether related to discrimination, employment disputes, or debt—require expert advice. Veterans may also qualify for free legal services.
For more information, contact:
The Legal Services Commission (SA)
Website: The Legal Services Commission (SA)
What they do: Free advice across various legal areas.
JusticeNet SA
Website: JusticeNet SA
What they do: Pro bono legal services for those facing disadvantage.
If a person you care for loses the ability to make decisions, or you need clarity about acting on their behalf, you may require guidance on consent, information‑sharing, privacy, enduring powers of attorney, advance care directives, or guardianship arrangements.
Independent legal services can explain your rights, responsibilities, and the options available.
For more information contact:
Legal Services Commission of SA
Website: Legal Services Commission of SA
Phone: 1300 366 424
Carer Gateway
Website: Carer Gateway
What they do: guidance on navigating consent in healthcare settings.