Houses for Hope - Donna’s Story

Donna was facing homelessness and was struggling financially after escaping a domestic violence situation. Caring for three children and facing rising rental costs, things became so hard that Donna says, “she was losing hope”. Fortunately, she received support from the Bayside Salvos Houses of Hope program in Queensland, which helped her secure housing and connect her with additional support services.

Donna says that all the help she received drove her to want to be part of the Salvos. She signed up to be a volunteer and wants to share the hope she has received with others.

Know someone affected by domestic and family violence? There are support services that can help you.

In an emergency, always contact Triple Zero (000)

1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732

The National Family and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselling Service.

Women’s FDV Line – 1800 007 339

Hotline for women, with our without children, who are experiencing FDV.

Men’s FDV Line – 1800 000 559

Hotline for information and referrals for male victim-survivors of FDV or those concerned about violence or abusive behaviour.