Domestic Violence Hotline Expands to Text Services in Australia

Domestic Violence Hotline Expands to Text Services in Australia
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Domestic violence victims will be able to access specialist counselling and support by text message under an initiative designed to make seeking help more accessible.

The domestic violence helpline 1800RESPECT has expanded its services to texts to allow people in unsafe situations, who can’t access a telephone or web chat, to get help.

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