How to Refer

Referring someone to our service, so they can get the support they need, is easy.

We take referrals from people who are looking for help for themselves or their family members, doctors and mental health professionals, schools, as well as Government and Non-Government agencies, including other service providers.

You can call our Intake Officer on (02) 9528 2933 or complete the Referral Form here to get assistance.

Online Self Referral Form Online Agency Referral Form

If Agencies wish to download our Agency Referral Form (in either .pdf or .doc format), to complete and email or fax to us, you can here.

Agency Referral Form (PDF)

Agency Referral Form (Word Doc)

There may be a waitlist for some of our services, but if this is the case, we will ensure some short term support measures are made available to you, under longer term assistance can be secured.

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National Domestic Violence issue in the news - but locally, what can we do?

Here in the Sutherland Shire, we see hundreds of “Hannah’s” each year – women who are living an unimaginable nightmare, experiencing many forms of domestic violence, trying to leave their violent partners, who fear for their and their children’s lives. Women who come to us for help.
Term 2 2020 Group Program Schedule

Our Term 2 Group Program schedule is now available. To enquire or enrol in any of our programs or support groups, please call (02) 9528 2933.
Intake and Referral Officer: Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

This role is full time (35 hours/week), for a fixed term contract until 30 June 2020. The Intake and Referral Officer (IRO) assists the Safety Action Meeting Coordinator in the overall administration and coordination of the Local Coordination Point responsibilities.
Thanking our donors and supporters

Last week, our CEO Ashleigh Daines was delighted to welcome some of our partners and donors to a Thank You morning tea, giving them a chance to see what we do up close, and us a chance to thank them for their help in making the Shire a safer and happier community.

Support for Parents & Families

SSFS offers a range of innovative programs and services that aim to support and strengthen the capacity of families within our community, build parenting skills, and promote the safety and well-being of all family members.
Domestic Violence Support Services

Sutherland Shire Family Services offer support services for women and children impacted by domestic violence. We can provide court advocacy, information & referrals, specialist therapeutic programs and caseworkers.
Domestic Violence Toolbox Talks

The Domestic Violence Toolbox Talks program is a primary prevention program that aims to harness the power of good men to address the prevalence of domestic violence in our Community.

Intake and Referral Officer: Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

This role is full time (35 hours/week), for a fixed term contract until 30 June 2020. The Intake and Referral Officer (IRO) assists the Safety Action Meeting Coordinator in the overall administration and coordination of the Local Coordination Point responsibilities.
National Domestic Violence issue in the news - but locally, what can we do?

Here in the Sutherland Shire, we see hundreds of “Hannah’s” each year – women who are living an unimaginable nightmare, experiencing many forms of domestic violence, trying to leave their violent partners, who fear for their and their children’s lives. Women who come to us for help.
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Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

The Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service is funded by Legal Aid NSW. Call 1800 938 227 to find a range of local support services including accommodation, counselling, financial support, court support, legal advice and referrals to government and non-government organisations.
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