Family, Social and Community
There are many social issues that can negatively affect you or your family if not properly addressed. Legal problems, alcoholism, drug abuse and relationship issues can cause serious problems if left unchecked. Below you will find a list of organisations that can assist in these areas.
Family, Social and Community Related Issues, Information and Services
Accommodation Issues and Crisis Care Directory:
For further information on available accommodation and crisis care for emergency situations, please click on the following link to be directed to the
Accommodation and Crisis Care page of the Department for Child Protection website.
Alcohol:
Alcohol like drugs can have a serious effect on our lives and well being and that of those around us. Alcohol abuse may lead to addiction, irrational thinking and behaviour, health and psychological problems and in more extreme cases death. For information on alcohol, addiction and organisations who can provide advice and assistance, please click on the following links to be directed to the:
Drugs:
Drugs can have a serious effect on our lives and well-being and that of those around us. Drug use may lead to addiction, irrational thinking and behaviour, health and psychological problems and in more extreme cases death. If you would like information on drugs, addiction and organisations that can provide advice and assistance please click on the following links to be directed to:
Legal Aid:
If your child requires legal assistance, visit the
Youth Legal Aid page on the Western Australian Legal Aid website. Or visit the following websites:
Loss and Grief:
Dealing with the loss of a loved one has a big impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. Sometimes we need someone to listen and help us move on. If you would like further information on dealing with loss and grief visit the
Loss and Grief page on the ReachOut website. Or visit the following websites:
Relationships:
Relationships are an important part of our work life and home life. If you are experiencing problems, looking for information or seeking advice and services from people who can help, please click on the following links to be directed to:
Safety and Violence:
Violence can be a scary and life threatening situation. When someone is unable to control their behaviours and actions, your safety or that of those around you could be at risk. There are many information and support services available for anger management, violence and crisis care. Follow the links below for further information:
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