OUR SERVICES

Somewhere To Go Foundation exists to support women and children after they leave domestic and family violence - a time when many face ongoing challenges navigating systems, rebuilding stability, and healing from trauma.

Our programs and services are being developed using a wraparound recovery and rebuilding approach, recognising that every family’s journey is different. Support may include opportunities for connection, therapeutic and wellbeing programs, parenting support such as Circle of Security, practical education including financial empowerment and co-parenting support, guidance around legal systems, and food and practical assistance where appropriate.

Programs and courses will rotate throughout the year to support women and children at different stages of their healing journey and to ensure engagement remains flexible, voluntary, and responsive to individual needs.

Somewhere To Go Foundation does not provide emergency accommodation or crisis intervention services. Where immediate safety concerns arise, women are encouraged and supported to connect with appropriate emergency or crisis services.

Our work is grounded in compassion, dignity, and community - creating a place where families are supported as they rebuild and move forward.

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Program Areas

(In Development)

The following program areas are currently being developed as part of our service framework. Availability will vary as programs are resourced and implemented.

Community Connection & Belonging

Opportunities for women and children to connect in a safe, welcoming environment, helping to reduce isolation and rebuild a sense of belonging following domestic and family violence.

This may include informal community gatherings and connection-based activities.

Therapeutic & Wellbeing Supports

Trauma-informed wellbeing programs designed to support emotional regulation, confidence, and self-connection after violence. These may include activities such as mindset-based programs, movement, and art or creative therapies.

Parenting Support

Programs designed to support mothers and caregivers as they navigate parenting after domestic and family violence, with a strong focus on child wellbeing, safety, and attachment.

This includes the planned delivery of evidence-based parenting programs such as Circle of Security, facilitated by appropriately trained practitioners.

Financial Recovery & Economic Empowerment

Education and support to assist women in rebuilding financial safety and independence following domestic and family violence, including understanding finances after separation, budgeting, and economic decision-making.

Co-Parenting Education

Support and education to assist women to navigate co-parenting after domestic and family violence, with a focus on reducing conflict, understanding boundaries, and prioritising child wellbeing.

Legal and System Literacy

Information and navigation support to help women better understand legal and service systems commonly encountered after leaving violence, including family law and domestic violence systems.

This support is educational and navigational in nature and does not replace legal advice or representation.

Food and Practical Assistance

Where appropriate and within capacity, practical support may be offered to assist families during periods of transition and instability.

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How Services Will Be Delivered

As programs are developed and delivered, support may be offered through:

  • group-based education and workshops

  • facilitated wellbeing and therapeutic activities

  • peer-based connection spaces

  • guided information and navigation support

Programs will be delivered by appropriately trained facilitators and practitioners, informed by lived experience and trauma-informed practice.

Important Information

Somewhere To Go Foundation does not provide:

  • emergency accommodation

  • crisis intervention

  • immediate safety responses

  • statutory services

If you or your children are in immediate danger, please contact 000 or appropriate emergency services.

Our services are designed to support recovery and rebuilding after domestic and family violence. Program availability may change as services are developed and funded.

Looking Ahead

As programs become available, updates will be shared through our website and community channels.

Our vision is to create a safe, welcoming space where women and children are met with compassion, understanding, and practical support as they move from leaving violence toward long-term healing.

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Somewhere To Go Foundation does not provide emergency accommodation, crisis intervention, or immediate safety responses.

If you or your children are in immediate danger, please contact emergency services on 000.

Our programs and supports are designed to assist women and children in the recovery and rebuilding phase after domestic and family violence. Availability of services may vary as programs are developed and delivered.

*Information provided through our programs is not a substitute for legal, medical, or crisis advice.