the RDVS provides:

• Short-term emergency accommodation
• Domestic violence counselling for women not needing accommodation
• A confidential and professional service
• Information and referrals for legal, housing and medical assistance
• Community education
• Outreach services to the Riverland region
• Building support networks for those who need to relocate to another area
• “Phoenix Network” computers with web cams at Pinnaroo Hospital, Waikerie Community Centre, and Loxcare. Talk to us via computer! Saves travel, time, resources 

• Aboriginal assistance: providing a culturally sensitive service and referrals to specialist Aboriginal services if required
• Low income support: for those who need a little extra help to get by we can provide food and assistance and referral for budgeting
• Access to Housing Association homes: assistance to fill out an application form to access a Women's Housing Association home anywhere they have stock in SA
• Various Groups for Women: activities include craft, computing, mosaics and guest speakers
• The Phoenix Room: a space designed specifically to hold groups and for visiting services to utilise. The room has laptop computers and printer, a library of books and DVDs, an electronic whiteboard, a large plasma television and a Wii console
• Community Education: specialised and designed for each occasion. Tailor made power point presentations by specialist domestic violence staff. Presentations available upon request
• Outreach support for women not requiring accommodation: appointments may be made in other towns. Current regular visits to Waikerie, Renmark and Loxton
• Early Intervention Service: connection with a specialist early intervention worker providing home visits and intensive support
• Post Separation Support: assistance with housing, income, items for a new home,  home start kits and a service support network
• Men asking for help: referral options to two current men's programs in Berri
• Kindred Spirit Healing Center: a new service for women with addictions and a specific Aboriginal women's program
• Specialist financial planning by a qualified practitioner
• Education: assistance to commence or re commence education particularly through TAFE
• Strengthening Relationships: providing education and counselling for our clients to raise self esteem and confidence. Also referral points for abusive partners to enable women returning to their relationships a chance of making it happier and safer
• Emergency Foodbank Program: for those tough times when there is not enough food in the home. Volunteers prepare, cook and freeze healthy meals ready for us to give out to our needy clients
• Posters: A4 sized colourful posters relating to the effects of domestic violence designed by us. Enquiries welcome