Support services
We're still available...
The Elder Abuse Helpline and other support services for seniors are continuing to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contact these organisations for help and confidential advice:
- Elder abuse helpline
Information, support and referrals for anyone experiencing abuse or witnessing the abuse of an older person.
Phone: 1300 651 192 - ADA Australia
Provides general advocacy support or guardianship advocacy to older Queenslanders experiencing discrimination, harm or abuse.
Phone: 1800 700 600 - Queensland Human Rights Commission
Phone: 1300 130 670 - beyondblue
Depression and anxiety information, advice and referrals.
Phone: 1300 224 636 - Crime Stoppers
Information provided by the community assists with crime fighting and crime prevention.
Phone: 1800 333 000 - DV Connect
Provides free help for women, men, children, and pets affected by domestic and family violence across Queensland.
Phone Women's Line: 1800 811 811
Phone Men's Line: 1800 600 636 - Lifeline
Counselling services for anyone at any time.
Phone: 13 11 14 - Office of the Public Guardian
Protects the rights and interests of vulnerable Queenslanders, including adults with impaired decision making capacity.
Phone: 1300 653 187 - Public Trustee
Provides a range of services that help you plan for the future.
Phone: 1300 360 044 - Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal
Appoints guardians or administrators to act on behalf of adults with impaired decision making capacity.
Phone: 1300 753 228 - Seniors legal services
Free legal and support services for seniors. - Sexual assault help services
Contact details for local support groups. - Statewide sexual assault helpline
Counselling services for anyone who has been sexually abused or sexually assaulted at any time of their lives.
Phone: 1800 010 120 - Victims Counselling and Support Service
Counselling and support service provided to Queensland residents who have been personally affected by crime, either directly or indirectly.
Phone: 1300 139 703 (24 hours, 7 days) - Victims Register
An information service established to inform victims of violent and sexual crimes about the status of the person who offended against them.
Phone: 1800 098 098 - Women's Infolink
A free and confidential information and referral services about government agencies and community services supporting women.
Phone: 1800 177 577 (Mondays to Fridays 8 am to 6 pm).