Emergency

Crisis Accommodation

Jireh House is a 24 hour crisis accommodation and support service for women and children who have become homeless due to domestic violence and other life crises.

Young Women’s Crisis Accommodation

Karinya provides short term crisis accommodation to young women aged 13 to 20 years.

Karinya also provides accommodation and support to young parents/pregnant teens between 16-19 through it's Young Mums 'n' Bubs program.

Crisis Accommodation

We provide emergency accommodation for young men between the ages of 13-20 years.

Yemaya Women’s Support Service

Medium to long-term post-crisis support for women who are or have been in an abusive/violent relationship.

Elder Abuse Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - the Helpline service is unchanged - we are here 9am-5pm Mon-Friday, except public holidays**

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Tas After Hours

We provide Tasmanians with information about the range of medical services available after hours (at night time, on weekends and public holidays) and how to find them

Isolation Packs and Hampers

**COVID-19 Update- Isolation Packs and Hampers are available
All packs will be delivered to your home.

Emergency Assistance

We provide emergency support and assistance for people in need in the form of food vouchers, food hampers, clothing, blankets, baby nappies, budget and financial advice.

Vinnie’s Van – (Food Van)

**COVID-19 Update - Vinnie's van is currently not operating.**

We offer Community Meals in Launceston.

Crisis Accommodation

We provide safe, emergency accommodation and support to women and children who are affected by family violence and those who are homeless.

Counselling and Support

**COVID-19 Update - our office is currently closed for face-to-face appointments, we are providing our services including counselling over the phone. We are accepting new referrals and our crisis line remains open**
We offer trauma-informed counselling and support services to survivors of sexual violence in southern Tasmanian.

Health Direct

If you don’t have a regular GP or they’re not available, you can still get medical advice by calling the free national medical helpline.