Services

Our Mission is “to provide a safe environment for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. We endeavour to end violence against women.

Ruth’s Women’s Shelter (24/7)
Email: rwcairns@bigpond.net.au

Provides safe, secure crisis accommodation for up to 7 families.  Whilst staying at Ruth’s Shelter, families can access a range of services and support:

• Crisis Counselling
• Information on Domestic Violence Protection Orders
• Help to develop a Safety Plan
• Referral to specialist counselling services
• Referrals for Legal Advice
• Assistance with Immigration Issues
• Assistance to access Housing Services; exploring Housing options; completing Housing applications
• Information on TICA and Tenancy Issues
• Assistance with housing options
• Assistance with replacement of lost ID
• Assistance to retrieve belongings with the Police present
• Outreach and follow up