If you're in immediate danger, call 000

If you're experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence:

These specialist services provide 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and counseling. They understand trauma and can help you navigate your options.

National Services:

• 1800RESPECT (24/7 counseling & support): 1800 737 732

  • Call, text, or online chat available

  • www.1800respect.org.au

• Full Stop Australia (24/7 trauma specialist counseling): 1800 385 578

  • For anyone impacted by sexual, domestic or family violence

  • www.fullstop.org.au

NSW Regional Services:

• NSW Rape Crisis Centre: 1800 424 017 (24/7)

Armidale and more broadly:

• Women's Shelter Armidale

  • Phone: (02) 6772 5352
    24/7 Crisis Line: 1800 005 352 (toll-free)
    Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm (24-hour crisis support by phone)
    Website: www.womensshelterarmidale.org

  • Services: Crisis accommodation, support for women and children escaping domestic violence, homelessness support, advocacy, referrals, Aboriginal and CALD-focused support.

• Pathfinders - Inverell Women's and Children's Refuge

  • Serves: Inverell, Glen Innes, and Tenterfield areas
    Phone: (02) 6722 3502 (24/7)

  • Services: Emergency accommodation, domestic violence support, advocacy, Integrated Domestic and Family Violence Services (IDFVS) program, new Core and Cluster refuge opening in Glen Innes in 2026.

When to contact these services:

• You're currently in an unsafe relationship

• You're experiencing threats, violence, or coercion

• You're unsure if you're safe

• You need safety planning or emergency accommodation

• You want to talk to someone about what's happening