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Anglicare

	A Better Way
Description	Is a community-based program that works directly with Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal* fathers who use controlling behaviours and/or violence against their family. Has adopted cultural healing approaches specifically designed for Aboriginal fathers and families. Further assists and supports fathers in developing positive parenting relationships with their children. Offers fathers a flexible and individualised, tailored treatment approach. Addresses family violence to increase the safety and well-being for their children and families. Is a 1:1 family violence, trauma-informed approach that is underpinned by the Safe & Together ™ mode .
Eligibility Criteria	FV Incident in Last 6 Months Father Having Contact with Mother Father Having Contact with Child/ren Mother Willing to Engage (while this is an intervention program for fathers, we undertake partner contact throughout to provide mother with supports and safety planning as well as partner with her to understand pattern of violence and create tailored interventions for father) Father Willing to Engage (father must be able to acknowledge family violence behaviours or behaviours he recognises as causing fear/undermining safety for family)
Referral Process	Complete referral form and send to [email protected]
Catchment	Bayside Peninsula and Casey-Cardinia region
Mode of Delivery	Case Management including outreach.
Agency Brokerage Options	Limited brokerage is available to support fathers in engaging with program and to provide supports to mothers and children in mitigating the harm caused by father’s use of violence
Information Sharing Request Process	Please send an email to [email protected] outlining your name, role and agency and make it clear you are seeking information to inform a family violence risk assessment/management. Please advise on the client’s name and date of birth as well as what specific information is sought
Secondary Consultations	Secondary consults are available with Team Leader. To organise a consult, please email [email protected]

Alexis Family Violence Response Model (A-FVRM)

	Alexis Family Violence Response Model (A-FVRM)
Description	The Alexis Family Violence Response Model (A-FVRM) provides a timely, flexible, coordinated and cross-sector response to high-risk family violence, supporting victim survivor safety and behaviour change for persons using violence. The program works with individuals and families experiencing repeated Victoria Police contact due to family violence, or those with complex needs and intersecting vulnerabilities that may limit their access to mainstream services. Working in partnership with Victoria Police, A-FVRM aims to reduce risk and improve long-term safety and wellbeing through an integrated response.
Services Provided	A-FVRM provides early intervention, assertive outreach, short-term case management and case coordination for victim survivors and persons using violence. The program undertakes family violence risk assessment and safety planning, facilitates referrals and connections to specialist services, and works collaboratively with Victoria Police and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, trauma-informed, culturally safe, whole-of-family responses where appropriate.
Eligibility Criteria	Individuals and families experiencing repeated Victoria Police contact due to family violence and/or those with complex needs and intersecting vulnerabilities impacting their safety or ability to engage
Referral Process	Primary referrals are received through the Family Violence Investigation Units (FVIUs). Referrals may also be accepted from TOD and local service providers (limited.)
Catchment	Prahran: City of Port Phillip and City of Stonnington Bayside: City of Bayside, City of Kingston and City of Glen Eira
Agency Brokerage Options	Family Violence Crisis Brokerage is available
Information Sharing Request Process	Please submit information sharing requests via email to the Alexis team.
Secondary Consultations	Yes. Please contact the Alexis team via [email protected], Samantha Sherry (Team Leader) at [email protected], or Lani Kahn (Practice Lead) at [email protected].

Bayside Health

	Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP)	PACE	Case Management
Description	A 20-week program supports individuals who use power, control, or abuse in their relationships to take responsibility for their behaviour and make lasting change. Using the Duluth Model, it views family violence as a learned behaviour rooted in power and control, helping participants replace abusive behaviours with respectful, non-violent ways of relating	A specialised Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP) designed for participants with additional support needs, including cognitive or neurological differences, acquired brain injury (ABI), or mental health barriers such as social anxiety. The program is delivered at a slower pace and provides more individualised support to enhance engagement and completion. PACE runs for 20 weeks and covers the same core MBCP curriculum as the mainstream program.	Individual support alongside, or in preparation for, MBCP. Supports men take responsibility for abusive behaviours, manage risks, and address issues such as substance use and mental health that may impact their ability to make meaningful change.
Referrals Process	Courts and court-mandated programs, The Orange Door, Child Protection, Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Services, Self-referrals, Other community and support agencies. Self-referral – call (03) 97847158 or through Bayside Health ACCESS on 1300 665 781- option 4.	Courts and court-mandated programs, The Orange Door, Child Protection, Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Services, Self-referrals, Other community and support agencies. Self-referral – call (03) 97847158 or through Bayside Health ACCESS on 1300 665 781- option 4.	Courts and court-mandated programs, The Orange Door, Child Protection, Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Services, Self-referrals, Other community and support agencies. Self-referral – call (03) 97847158 or through Bayside Health ACCESS on 1300 665 781- option 4.
Mode of Delivery	Tues/Wed/Thurs 6-8pm and Thurs 10-12pm The service is available at Frankston .	Monday 5:30pm – 7:30pm The service is available at Frankston .	The service is available at Frankston .
Catchment	Resides or has connection to the Bayside/Peninsula Catchment Area	Resides or has connection to the Bayside/Peninsula Catchment Area	Resides or has connection to the Bayside/Peninsula Catchment Area
Eligibility Criteria	Over 18 years of age Has used, or is currently using, violent, abusive, or controlling behaviours towards a partner, family member, or kinship relation Willing to take responsibility for behaviour, consider non-violence, and prioritise the safety of partners and children Resides in, or has a connection to, the Bayside/Peninsula catchment area	Over 18 years of age Has used, or is currently using, violent, abusive, or controlling behaviours towards a partner, family member, or kinship relation Willing to take responsibility for behaviour, consider non-violence, and prioritise the safety of partners and children Resides in, or has a connection to, the Bayside/Peninsula catchment area	Over 18 years of age Has used, or is currently using, violent, abusive, or controlling behaviours towards a partner, family member, or kinship relation Willing to take responsibility for behaviour, consider non-violence, and prioritise the safety of partners and children Resides in, or has a connection to, the Bayside/Peninsula catchment area
Agency Brokerage Options	Minimal	Minimal	Minimal
Information Sharing Process	Email [email protected] for information sharing requests, if required we can then assist you to connect with our Privacy and Information Release Unit (PIRU) which ensures that all statutory obligations relating to the release of health information are met in accordance with the applicable legislation.	Email [email protected] for information sharing requests, if required we can then assist you to connect with our Privacy and Information Release Unit (PIRU) which ensures that all statutory obligations relating to the release of health information are met in accordance with the applicable legislation.	Email [email protected] for information sharing requests, if required we can then assist you to connect with our Privacy and Information Release Unit (PIRU) which ensures that all statutory obligations relating to the release of health information are met in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Secondary Consultations	Email [email protected] to book a consult.	Email [email protected] to book a consult. Or email Michelle Reen – Team leader Men’s Services, FV Phone: 0466357520 Email: [email protected]	Email [email protected] to book a consult.

Bayside Health & Good Shepherd

	Changing Ways – Serious Risk Adults using Violence Program – Pilot Program
Description	In partnership with Good Shepherd, Bayside Health’s Changing Ways program provides an intensive, coordinated case management response for adult men using family violence who present with co occurring mental health and/or alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. The program offers tailored support, delivered as individualised, trauma informed comprehensive case management and integrated responses across the community and social services. The partnership team also supports the victim survivors impacted by their violence.
Location	Frankston Integrated Health Centre, 2 Hastings Road, Frankston Vic 3199
Contact	[email protected]
Referral Process	Referral pathway is through client engagement with Bayside Health internal agencies – Emergency Departments, Mental Health and AOD Services.
Mode of Delivery	Case Management including outreach.
Catchment	Bayside Peninsula
Eligibility Criteria	Men presenting with mental health and/or AOD needs – accessing health services. Men and/or impacted victim survivors who are living in the Bayside Peninsula Area Must be 18 years or over. There is an identified incident of recent family violence. Presents a ‘serious risk’ (may require immediate intervention) as per MARAM Framework Is willing to engage in support for their psychosocial, mental health and AOD needs. Is open to working with practitioner in care planning and goal setting capacity.
Secondary Consultations	Email [email protected] to request secondary consult
Information Sharing Process	Email [email protected] for information sharing requests, if required we can then assist you to connect with our Privacy and Information Release Unit (PIRU) which ensures that all statutory obligations relating to the release of health information are met in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Agency Brokerage	Provided to align with risk assessment and risk management plan.

Better Health Network

	MBCP Group	Post-Participation Group	Men’s case management
Description	Men’s Behaviour Change Programs \| Melbourne MBCP & Support A 20-week group that is delivered face to face. All groups are run after hours from 6.30 – 8.15 pm. In the group sessions, men are encouraged to focus on themselves, what brought them to the group and what gets in the way of them being the man that they want to be. We cover a number of topics including what is violence and abuse, communication, masculinity, feelings and how to manage intense emotions, fathering Typically, the cost of the group program is $25 per session, depending on individual circumstances.	This group is for men who have completed the 20 weeks MBCP group and are wanting some support on their journey towards non-violence.	for men who are not yet suitable for MBCP group/ and or requiring additional support to MBCP group. Individual men’s counselling or case management is free of charge.
Referral Process	Self‑referral or via Police, Corrections, Child Protection, Men’s Referral Service, or other behaviour change programs. Contact: [email protected] or phone 03 9684 4281 Referral form	Internal referrals only for men that have completed 20 weeks MBCP group.	Men to contact our triage team at [email protected] or phone 03 9684 4281
Mode of Delivery	Face-to-face group work with individual case management if necessary.	Online group work with individual case management if necessary. Looking to move in-person shortly.	Case management via phone or face to face sessions. Can be offered both during work hours or some after hours appointments are available.
Catchment	Port Phillip, Stonnington, Bayside, Kingston & Glen Eira	Port Phillip, Stonnington, Bayside, Kingston & Glen Eira	Port Phillip, Stonnington, Bayside, Kingston & Glen Eira
Period of Engagement	20 weeks ~ 40 hours	They are rolling open groups, attendance duration is up to the men.	Dependent on goals at assessment. Men may have a few group readiness sessions prior to commencing 20-week MBCP group.
Eligibility	Men need to acknowledge their use of violence.	Men need to have completed 20-week MBCP group.	Men need to establish goals on which to work.
Information Sharing Process	Email [email protected] Phone 03 9684 4281	Email [email protected] Phone 03 9684 4281	Email [email protected] Phone 03 9684 4281

Family Life

	Engage4Change (MBCP)	Support4Change-CMCOP	Talk4Change
Description	Family Life’s Men’s Behaviour Change Program aims to support you to take responsibility for your behaviour and find positive ways to communicate respectfully within your relationships. This 20-week program offers group-based support to help you make long term, positive changes to your behaviour.	A Mandated program which invites men to explore their use of Family Violence in a safe environment.	Talk4Change provides 10 group sessions and 10 individual therapeutic sessions. The program aims to provide a tailored individualised approach to men’s behaviour change that combines both group based and individual therapeutic sessions for men who use violence.
Referrals Process	Client can call directly to Family Life (03 8599 5433) or complete online form	Referrals only from magistrates at specialist family violence Courts.	Client can call directly to Family Life ((03 8599 5433) or complete online form
Mode of Delivery	Groups are provided face to face in Frankston & Sandringham or online	group work and individual sessions	10 group sessions and 10 individual therapeutic sessions. The Program is available at both our Sandringham and Frankston centres.
Catchment	Available to residents in the Bayside Peninsula area, including Mornington Peninsula, Glen Eira, Frankston, Bayside, Kingston, Stonnington and Port Phillip	N/A referred only by magistrates at specialist family violence Courts.	Available to residents in the Bayside Peninsula area, including Mornington Peninsula, Glen Eira, Frankston, Bayside, Kingston, Stonnington and Port Phillip
Eligibility Criteria	BPA location Over 18 Seeking support for their use of Family Violence and able to attend weekly group sessions 5:30-7:30pm	NA – referred only by magistrates at specialist family violence Courts	BPA location Over 18 Seeking support for their use of FV and able to attend weekly group sessions 5:30-7:30pm and weekly individual sessions.
Agency Brokerage Options	Limited at the assessment of practitioner	N/A	Limited at the assessment of practitioner
Information Sharing Process	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]
Secondary Consultations	Yes, contact Team Leader of MBCP for consultation.	N/A	Yes, contact Team Leader of T4C for consultation.

	Stepping Forward	Dads in Focus	AUFV Case Management
Description	This post participation program focuses on reinforcing the skills and insights gained from the Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP): – Tools and strategies to sustain respectful, non-violent relationships. – Peer support and guidance from experienced facilitators. This program is suitable for adults who: Have completed a Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP) within the last year. Who are not currently using family violence. Are committed to continuing the positive changes they’ve made. Are looking for ongoing support to develop and maintain respectful, non-violent relationships. The program can also offer brief individual sessions for men that have barriers to completing the Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP).	Dads in Focus is a 6-8 session program and is delivered online or face to face at our Frankston or Sandringham offices or another location as agreed. The program is for fathers to explore how they can improve their parenting skills by understanding the impact parenting choices and their behaviours have on their children and the other parent.	The Case Management Program for Adults using family violence focuses on: Supporting adults using family violence to take responsibility for and stop their use of violence Providing an individualised response by coordinating access to specialist services Assisting in engagement with programs that aim to stop family violence and address barriers. The program provides up to 20 hours of support and can be provided face to face, by telephone or through outreach. Located in the Bayside Peninsula Area.
Referrals Process	Client can call directly to Family Life (03 8599 5433) or complete online form	Client can call directly to Family Life ((03 8599 5433) or complete online form	Client can call directly to Family Life (03 8599 5433) or complete online form
Mode of Delivery	individual sessions	Dads in focus services are provided online or face to face.	can be provided face to face, by telephone or through outreach
Engagement Period	3-4 individual sessions	6 – 8 sessions	20 hours
Eligibility Criteria	BPA location Over 18 Completed an MBCP or has had a barrier to completing an MBCP and still seeking additional support for their use of Family Violence.	BPA or City of Dandenong location Over 18 Must be a father, or have a fathering relationship with a child and seeking support for their use of Family Violence.	BPA location Over 18 Seeking support for their use of Family Violence
Agency Brokerage Options	Limited at the assessment of practitioner	Nil	Limited at the assessment of practitioner
Information Sharing Process	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]	Email information sharing requests to [email protected]
Secondary Consultations	Yes, contact Team Leader of Stepping Forward for consultation.	Yes, contact Team Leader of Dad’s in Focus for consultation.	Yes, contact Team Leader of case management for consultation.

Ngwala Willumbong Aboriginal Corportation

	Family Violence Program
Description	Integrated Family Violence Case Management (IFVCM) workers provide counseling and supports to ensure appropriate referral and case management of Aboriginal men, women, and children as part of the Integrated Family Violence Services System. Workers undertake client assessments including a risk assessment, counselling and is also responsible for the development and monitoring of appropriate case plans.
Referral Process	Intake and assessment form
Location	128 Commercial Road, Prahan VIC 3182
Contact:	Phone: 1800 649 252 Email: [email protected]

inTouch

	Motivation for Change
Description	Motivation for Change (MFC) is a 20-session group program designed to support men from migrant and refugee backgrounds who have used violence in their intimate or family relationships and are ready to engage in meaningful change. At its core, the program keeps the safety and wellbeing of women and children at the centre. It supports men to recognise their use of violence as a choice—one that has serious impacts on those around them—and offers practical pathways to take responsibility, challenge harmful beliefs, and develop safer ways of relating.
Referral Process	Referrals for MFC are accepted from across the community including community organisations, courts, police as well as self-referrals. Referrals to MFC can be made here. Given the limited capacity of MFC Program places all men referred for the MFC Program are assessed for the suitability prior to being confirmed for enrolment in the program. Participant referral form
Contact:	Phone:1800 755 988 Email:[email protected]
Secondary Consultations	Secondary Consultation Form
Information Sharing Process	Email: [email protected]

Thorne Harbour Health

	Thorne Harbour Health
Services offered	LGBTQIA+ PUV case management PUV assessments In-person MBCP group (20 Sessions) FSC Victim survivor case management and counselling FSP Provider for LGBT+ clients AOD counselling/case management general counselling financial counselling
Eligibility Criteria	Some level of accountability and acknowledgement of harm. Must be able to provide the contact details for at least one person in their life that has been impacted by use of harm. Must be over 18.
Referral Process	Clients must self-refer and complete our online intake form
Catchment	Statewide
Mode of Delivery	Varied dependant on program
Agency Brokerage Options	Some access to PUV Brokerage if rationale can be provided in relation to supporting group attendance and engagement in the program.
Information Sharing Request Process	Send an email to [email protected] outlining what information you are seeking, if the request is under the FVISS or CISS, if you are an RAE or ISE (or both) and for what purpose the information is being requested (for risk assessment purposes or managing ongoing family violence risk)
Secondary Consultations	Email: [email protected]

VACCA

	Case Management For Adults Who Use Violence
Description	Our Case Management For Adults Who Use Violence program helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (and non-Aboriginal partners) using family violence to understand the impact of their actions on their family and develop practical approaches to reduce harm, take accountability and create positive change.
Referral Process	Call (03) 8796 0700
Mode of Delivery	Group work
Period of Engagement	11 weeks
Eligibility	Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Non-Indigenous people with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander partner or child/children. Aged 18 years and over.

Windana

	U-Turn Men’s Behaviour Change Program
Description	For men who use family violence and have alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. Focuses on accountability, understanding impact, and behaviour change
Referral Process	For AOD services, referrals are managed through a central intake and assessment process, with allocation dependent on catchment area and program suitability. AOD counselling referrals are processed following completion of intake assessment. Referral pathways vary depending on the program: • U-Turn Men’s Behaviour Change Program: Email: [email protected] • Ember (For affected family members / victim-survivor group who have substance use issues. Focuses on safety, recovery, coping strategies, and wellbeing.) :Phone: 03 9532 0811 • For all other programs, referral processes are program-specific and contact with the relevant site is required to confirm eligibility and intake requirements
Mode of Delivery	25-week program 15 weeks of closed group sessions 10 individual sessions delivered before, during and after the group Individual support provides opportunities to work with the participant alongside the group intervention Family safety contact occurs throughout the program
Period of Engagement	25 weeks
Eligibility Criteria	Have used violence, including men on Family Violence Intervention Orders, with current or previous drug and alcohol misuse. Have little or no prior involvement with the criminal justice system. Want to change their behaviour. Over 18
Catchment Area	• Bayside services (Bentleigh site): Bayside, Kingston, Glen Eira and surrounding inner south-east Melbourne areas • Frankston services: Frankston, Mornington Peninsula and surrounding south-east corridor • Dandenong / Cranbourne services: Greater Dandenong, Casey and south-east growth corridor • Catchments may vary depending on program and intake capacity
Secondary Consultations	For secondary consultations, contact: Email: [email protected]

Resources

Men’s Referral Service

The Men’s Referral Service (MRS) is a national counselling, information and referral service for men who have chosen to use violence and want to change. MRS operates 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Call a counsellor now on 1300 766 491, or search the National Directory to Find Services

Access the online chat to talk to a professional counsellor: Men’s Referral Service | Web Chat

Think Safe Act Safe

Think Safe Act Safe is a resource for people who have been violent abusive or controlling towards their family members and want to change their behaviour.

Website: Think Safe, Act Safe

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