Helping people affected by family violence for 45 years
Our specialist service provides support and education to help victim survivors of family violence in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne be safe, take control of their lives, and work towards a better future.
Safety
Secure crisis accommodation, risk assessment and safety planning.
Support
Practical assistance, information and advice to help make choices for a safer future.
Education
Community programs and groups to support wellbeing and recovery.
Our programs
Step Forward Support Group
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Nov 12 and Nov 19
A family violence support program for women impacted by family violence.
Art and Wellbeing
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To be advised
A free group for women impacted by family violence to explore their creativity and find healing through colour, texture, nature play and movement with Art Therapy.
Our latest news
Community news
Thanks to the Kingswood College school community
The amazing Interact Club at Kingswood college held a donation drive to support the clients of Kara Family Violence Service.
Community news
Thanks to the Kingswood College school community
The amazing Interact Club at Kingswood college held a donation drive to support the clients of Kara Family Violence Service.
Kara FVS news
Violence prevention in a Refuge environment
The first six months of 2024 has seen 39 women murdered by men – which comes to, one woman killed every four days.
Kara FVS news
Violence prevention in a Refuge environment
The first six months of 2024 has seen 39 women murdered by men – which comes to, one woman killed every four days.