Domestic & Family Violence

Domestic and Family Violence is a serious issue facing many people in Australia. If you are experiencing any type of Domestic Violence or Family Violence UCSA can help. You are not alone in this; Call us now for confidential support.

If you need support call 1300 067 777 today. If your safety is at risk, call 000

Coober Pedy and Surrounding Regions

(08) 8672 5220 | 0488 991 945 (24/7)
Coober Pedy

Port Augusta and Surrounding Regions

(08) 7628 3100 | 0428 326 529 (24/7)
36 Stirling Road, Port Augusta

Mid North

(08) 8633 8600 | 0428 326 540 (24/7)
60 Florence Street, Port Pirie

Lower North

(08) 8842 4033 | 0428 326 530 (24/7)
3/9 Strickland Street, Clare

Yorke Peninsula

(08) 8821 0300 | 0428 326 527 (24/7)
8 Digby Street, Kadina

Information About Domestic Violence

Domestic and Family Violence is a complex issue and there are unique services available. If you are looking for a specific service, or would like to learn more about Domestic and Family Violence, visit the links below.

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Learn more about Domestic and Family Violence

Domestic Violence and Family Violence is complex issue. If you would like to learn more about who is affected by Domestic Violence and/ or Family Violence and the many ways it can manifest itself, click the button below.

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About Domestic and Family Violence

Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme

If you are concerned for the safety of someone, or for your own safety the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS) can help provide you with information about your partners past by obtaining information from the South Australian Police. You can learn more about the program by visiting the SAPOL website by clicking the link below.

Useful Links

There are many useful resources available outside of our website. If you are looking for more information, or for a specific service we do not currently offer, you can find out more by visiting the sites in the page linked below.

Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme

Useful Links

Escaping Violence Payment

The Escaping Violence Payment program is available to anyone experiencing violence from their partners. If you are looking to leave a violent partner, or have recently left and you are struggling with the finances to live your life in safety, you could be eligible for support.

Escaping Violence Payment

Safe at Home

Safe at Home services are provided via the Domestic Violence Program for women and their children who have experienced Domestic and Family Violence and wish to remain safely in their home or a home of their choosing.

Services provided include assessment, safety management planning, home security audits and coordination of security upgrades to enable a woman and her children to remain at home safely.

Contact your local office to for further information.

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A big thank you to the Northern Yorke Peninsula Quilters for their kind quilt donation to the clients of our Domestic & Family Violence services across regional SA. The quilters came from Moonta, Wallaroo, Kadina and surrounds.
Sorry Day 2023

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The Haven workshops

The Haven Port Pirie is currently running a series of Self Care Workshops. If you are interested in attending the next one or a gardening or cooking group then head over to their page. The Haven is a free and confidential service providing information and referrals to women in Port Pirie. The Haven is located at the Port Pirie Community Centre and made possible by Women's Information Service.

Planet Youth Program

Uniting Country SA is partnering with Planet Youth and the Alcohol and Drug Foundation to improve the well-being and reducing rates of alcohol and other drug use among young people in Port Pirie.
The Haven - Port Pirie

The Haven is a free and confidential service providing information and referrals to women in Port Pirie. The Haven is located at the Port Pirie Community Centre 28 Symonds Street, Risdon Park. This service is funded by the Women's Information Service
Healthy Relationships

This program is based in Port Augusta to encourage and grow healthy and respectful relationships in the community funded by The National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA).
Intensive Family Services
Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY)

The Service to Aboriginal Youth (STAY) program assists young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people between the ages 10 and 19 access services and find the guidance they need to achieve their goals and strengthen their cultural and community connections
Mental Health Support

Uniting Country SA's Mental Health Support assists people and communities in regional South Australia living with depression, anxiety and more.
Itchy Emu

Uniting Country SA's Itchy Emu program is helping tackle the age old problem of Head Lice. The Itchy Emu program available as a free, non-judgmental treatment and education aimed at giving children, parents and families the information to treat their own hair.
Strengthening Separated Families

Uniting Country SA's Strengthening Separated Families (SSF) program provides support to individuals and families with children and adolescents to navigate their way through various separation circumstances. Support is available through individual case management, counselling and group work to help people focus on the needs of their children during this time and manage separation in a healthy way.
Community FoodHub

Uniting Country SA's Community FoodHub provides community members with access to low cost nutritious food in a bid to improve food security in the region. This service is only available in Port Pirie
NDIS Support Services

Uniting Country SA provides a variety of support services for people on the NDIS. We provide high quality, customer friendly service and have the local knowledge and expertise to help you meet your support needs.

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Providing services in regional South Australia
Domestic & Family Violence

Uniting Country SA's Domestic Violence services provide support to people in regional South Australia who are dealing with domestic and family violence in their lives.
Our Mission and Values

Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.
Escaping Violence Payment

The Escaping Violence Payment is available to anyone experiencing violence from their partners. If you are looking to leave a violent partner, or have recently left and you are struggling with the finances to live your life in safety, you could be eligible for support.
Whyalla
Main Office Port Pirie
Port Augusta
Port Pirie
Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.