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Support for Forgotten Australians

Support services and assistance available to Forgotten Australians in Queensland.

Elder abuse

Find out what elder abuse is and how to get help and support.

Torture and trauma

If you or someone you care about has experienced torture or trauma, there is help available.

Reporting abuse

Find out how to report different types of abuse.

Growing child safe organisations

Find out about our approach to child safe organisations.

Emergency contacts

If you are, or someone else is, in immediate danger, phone the police on Triple Zero (000).

  • Domestic and family violence
    For help and advice call DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) or Mensline on 1800 600 636 (9am to midnight, 7 days a week).
  • Child abuse
    Contact a Regional Intake Service (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) or, outside of business hours, the Child Safety After Hours Service Centre on freecall 1800 177 135 (Queensland only).
  • Sexual abuse and assault
    Phone the Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120.
  • Elder abuse
    Phone the Elder Abuse Helpline on 1300 651 192 for help and advice.

Victim Assist

Victim Assist provides financial assistance to victims of violent crime, including domestic and family violence, in Queensland.
They may be able to help pay for some expenses to help you recover.

Learn more about financial assistance.

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