Safe Haven and Patrol

About

Safe Haven provides crucial support to families, young people, and the community to mitigate the effects of domestic violence, particularly on children in the Cherbourg area. The service model includes community capacity building, family support, youth work and a community patrol. Staff provide intensive support to families, their children and young people through a client-led plan. This support assists families to develop their knowledge and skills and increase their ability to manage and resolve complex issues in a way that improves family functioning, wellbeing and safety. A community patrol operates four nights a week up to and beyond midnight, promoting the safety of children and young people on the street.

Eligibility

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families with children (under 18 in the household) living in or connected to Cherbourg and impacted by domestic violence.

Benefits

Our dedicated team is committed to supporting individuals and families affected by domestic and family violence. We offer various services to address their needs and promote safety and wellbeing:

Family Support Workers: Providing guidance and support to families, helping them develop parenting skills, manage complex issues, and access information on parenting matters.

Youth Workers: Assisting young people in addressing social and emotional challenges, empowering them to navigate the transition to adulthood and contribute positively to society.

Community Patrol: Operating during evenings and nights to ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people wandering the streets of Cherbourg, through prevention and intervention measures.

Community Capacity Building: Collaborating with networks and organizations to enhance their ability to deliver prevention and intervention activities, supporting children, young people, and families affected by domestic and family violence.