When Home Doesn’t Feel Safe: What Parents Need to Know About Family Violence

What if family violence doesn’t look like what you think it does?

It isn’t always physical. It can be controlling the money, monitoring a phone, isolating you from family and friends, stalking, intimidation, threats or using children as a way to maintain control.

For parents, recognising what is happening can be incredibly difficult — especially when you’re trying to keep your children safe while navigating fear, finances, housing and what to do next.

The good news? You don’t have to wait for things to get worse before reaching out.

Our latest article explores how early legal support, safety planning and family violence support services can help create clearer boundaries, safer arrangements and practical options for parents and children.

💛 If something doesn’t feel right, trust that feeling. Knowing where to turn can be the first step towards safety.

👉 Read the full article to understand your options and the support available to Victorian families.

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