While there are no specific domestic violence support services run by Vinnies in Tasmania, support for victim -survivors is through their general services.
Community Hubs
These are safe, welcoming spaces where anyone can walk in without judgment to get help. The hubs help with
Emergency relief, including help with food, household items, clothing, payment of utility bills, medical prescription costs, urgent travel costs, and basic budgeting through their Fresh Start program
- Homelessness support,
- Financial literacy,
- No Interest Loan Scheme applications,
- Advocacy,
- online applications, MyGov, and Centrelink access.
The hubs are located in Launceston, Smithton, and Somerset.
- Vinnies Van and Loui’s Van
- These are mobile food services that go out to communities:
Accommodation through Bethlehem House. This is Tasmania’s largest provider of crisis and transitional accommodation for men experiencing homelessness, offering Hobart’s only 24-hour staffed service for men. The service includes
- meals, shower and laundry facilities, a gym,
- a workshop for crafts and trades,
- three kennels for residents with dogs, and
- both individual and group support sessions.
- legal and housing support and
an employability program to help men gain independence and find permanent housing.
Contact: 13 18 12.