Domestic and Family Violence

Restoring Hope, Safety and Stability in Southern Adelaide

The southern suburbs of Adelaide are facing growing challenges associated with domestic and family violence (DFV), homelessness, housing insecurity, financial hardship, and social isolation. For many women, children, and vulnerable individuals, escaping violence often means facing the very real risk of homelessness. With limited crisis accommodation and increasing pressure on support services, many people are left with few safe options when they need help most.

Second Chances is responding to this urgent community need through the Community Outreach Program – a holistic, trauma-informed initiative designed to provide practical support, connection, advocacy, and pathways to long-term stability for individuals and families experiencing crisis.

At the heart of this initiative is the establishment of the first dedicated Domestic and Family Violence House in the southern suburbs of Adelaide. This groundbreaking service will provide a safe and supportive environment for women and children escaping violence, offering immediate refuge while connecting them with the services and resources needed to rebuild their lives.

The Community Outreach Program will serve as a central hub where people can access housing support, case management, mentoring, practical assistance, life-skills development, financial wellbeing programs, and community connection opportunities. By bringing these supports together in one trusted location, the program aims to remove barriers, reduce service fragmentation, and ensure that no one has to navigate crisis alone.

More than a response to immediate need, this program is an investment in prevention, recovery, and community wellbeing. Through early intervention, strong partnerships, and compassionate support, Second Chances is committed to breaking cycles of violence, homelessness, and disadvantage while creating safer, stronger, and more resilient communities across southern Adelaide.

Together, we can provide hope, safety, and a genuine second chance for those who need it most.

Services we provide:

Transitional Housing with daily support team, Case management services to reach your potential and goals, Counselling, Transport, Advocacy, and Representation.

If you, or someone you know needs assistance, reach out to our Community Outreach Team today at 08 8272 0323, or email outreach@secondchances.org.au

Program Manager: Sam Narroway