Response Service
MOUNT ISA
Crisis Support
and Advocacy
RESPONSE SERVICE MOUNT ISA
We offer walk-in or phone support for people experiencing domestic and family violence.
No appointment is required.
Our staff are trained and experienced domestic and family violence specialists who are here to help. They understand the impacts of living with abuse and violence. Our approach is trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and survivor-led.
We are also here to support anyone concerned about a loved one. We can discuss how you might best support someone who might be experiencing domestic and family violence.
Safety planning and creating support plans
Assistance with applying for or varying a domestic violence order
Providing information, resources,
and options for next steps
We are here to support you and can assist with:
Referral to safe accommodation
Providing support letters and assistance with applying for support packages
Referral to other services as needed
“They made me feel welcome and always up for a yarn and a coffee and never make me feel shame”.
CLIENT OF DVNQ
Court Based Service
RESPONSE SERVICE MOUNT ISA
We provide court support to women who experience domestic and family violence and have proceedings before the Mount Isa Specialist Domestic and Family Violence Court.
Our service also works with respondents by providing information about the court process and referral to services including our Men’s Behaviour Change Program.
MOUNT ISA SPECIALIST DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE COURT
Mount Isa Magistrate Court, 7a Isa St, Mount Isa City, QLD, 4825
Opening hours: WEDNESDAY, 8:30am – 2:00pm
Support in the safe room
Support in the courtroom
Information about the
court process
We understand that going to court can be difficult and distressing, so we offer:
Safety planning
Referrals to other agencies
Homelessness Program
RESPONSE SERVICE MOUNT ISA
Our model of practice includes case management to help you transition from homelessness or temporary shelter to sustainable housing. We collaborate with other homelessness services in Mount Isa to offer information, support, referrals, and practical assistance in finding appropriate housing.
Our staff are trained and experienced domestic and family violence specialists who are here to help. We offer walk-in or phone support for anyone experiencing domestic and family violence to help you maintain your tenancy or access immediate shelter.
We provide early intervention through risk and needs assessments and safety planning to support clients and their children in maintaining their tenancy or accessing immediate shelter.
client OF DVNQ
“They listened to me, I went in feeling so overwhelmed but walked out feeling a weight off my shoulders”.
To contact us, please call 07 4743 0946 and our friendly staff will be there to provide support.
CONTACT US - MOUNT ISA
Crisis Support and Advocacy
Home Safety Upgrades
Court Based Service
Homelessness Program
Response Service
Crisis Support and Advocacy
Home Safety Upgrades
Court Based Service
Therapeutic Service
Children’s Counselling
Adult Counselling
Prevention Service
Men’s Behaviour Change
Integrated Response Partnership
Men’s Behaviour Change
Integrated Service Response
