Contact Other Crisis Services

Domestic Violence

dvconnect

dvconnect provides free help for women, men, children and pets affected by domestic and family violence across Queensland.

dvconnect womensline
(phone line for women, children & young people - 24 hours, 7 days) 1800 811 811

dvconnect mensline
(phone line for men - 9am - midnight, 7 days) 1800 600 636

Domestic Violence resource Centre

The Brisbane Domestic Violence Advocacy Service (BDVAS) is a community based organisation that provides a free and confidential advocacy and support service for women, children, family members and individuals affected by domestic and family violence in the Brisbane Metropolitan area. Phone (07) 3217 2544.

Homelessness 

Homeless Persons Information Queensland (HPIQ)

If you are homeless, you can contact Homeless Persons Information Queensland
freecall 1800 474 753 (1800 HPIQLD) for confidential advice (24 hours)

This service can help by providing information about housing, advice and support, and practical assistance such as where to get meals, showers and clothing.

Brisbane Homelessness Service Centre (BHSC)

Micah Projects is the lead agency at the BHSC. Micah Projects Homelessness to Home Support Services are based here, providing a range of innovative and evidence based responses to prevent homelessness and respond quickly to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This includes proactive outreach to rough sleepers, information and referrals for people who are homeless and support to prevent people from becoming homeless. Phone (07) 3036 4444.

Google Maps Australia: Brisbane Homeless Outreach and Services

This site contains a Google map showing Brisbane homeless outreach services. You can click on an item found in the list showing shelter, food or services or in the map to see more information. This is useful for inner city listings.

General

Lifeline

Lifeline provides access to crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services. Phone 13 11 14.

Queensland Ombudsman

The Queensland Ombudsman's Office is an independent complaints investigation agency. Their role is to ensure public agencies (state government departments and bodies, and local councils) act fairly and make the right decisions for Queenslanders.

They also help public agencies improve their decision-making and administrative practice for the benefit of the community. If you believe that a public agency has made an unfair or incorrect decision about an issue that affects you, they may be able to help. Phone (07) 3005 7000 / Toll Free (landlines only) 1800 068 908.

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