Wilcannia Safe House

Service Description

Wilcannia Safe House (WSH) provides overnight, short and medium term accommodation for women with or without children who are escaping or experiencing Domestic and Family Violence. The service also provides outreach support for people in the community who are escaping or experiencing Domestic and Family Violence, are homeless, or at risk of homelessness. The Wilcannia Safe House predominantly supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Priority is given to young people aged 16-25, women over 25, and families with children including those escaping Domestic and Family Violence. The WSH also serves as a community hub, offering a safe and supportive location where women and children can meet; a space where local and visiting services can hold information sessions, events and one-on-one meetings.