Do you think someone you care about is being abused? This comprehensive booklet about violence includes myths and an explanation about services and options, and will help you to help someone you care about.

This WIRE - Women's Information webpage offers information sheets about domestic violence and sexual assault, and includes links to related sites and services.

Abuse is not just physical. Abuse happens when one person tries to hurt or control another. This can be hitting, someone putting you down, extreme jealousy or stalking. This webpage can help you to understand what qualifies as abuse. You can also take the 'Warning Signs Quiz' to help determine if you are experiencing abuse. 

Violence comes in many forms, including alcohol-related violence, bullying, domestic violence/family violence, sexual violence and even violence in the media. The Victorian Community Council Against Violence (VCCAV) has created several information sheets to help you understand what violence is. 

Do you receive Centrelink benefits? Are you eligible for a Crisis Payment? You may be eligible for a Crisis Payment if you receive certain Centrelink benefits and have been forced to leave your home and establish a new home due to domestic violence/family violence. This webpage will help you to determine if you are eligible.

Sometimes, people who use violence can be very controlling. For example, they might check up on what you are doing on your computer or who you are emailing. If you are experiencing violence and you share a computer with someone who may become violent towards you, it is important that you learn how to use your Internet and email safely. This information sheet provides tips for women experiencing violence on how to protect your privacy and erase your tracks when using the Internet and email.  

Search the WIRE - Women's Information database for further links resources about domestic violence.