SAHSSI Opens New Crisis Accommodation for Domestic Violence Survivors

SAHSSI, the leading domestic violence accommodation provider in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven, has proudly opened a state of the art 8-unit apartment complex for women and children escaping domestic violence.

This new facility offers a secure, fully gated environment equipped with back-to-base alarms, CCTV monitoring and self-contained units featuring private kitchens, bathrooms, balconies and parking. Shared facilities include laundry, outdoor play areas, meeting rooms and communal spaces.

Funded by the Australian Government’s Safe Places Emergency Accommodation Program, the complex ensures safety and dignity for survivors during their recovery. SAHSSI CEO Penny Dordoy highlighted the critical need for this housing: “This accommodation provides a safe place for women and children to recover and rebuild their lives, offering the privacy and security they need.”

For over 20 years, SAHSSI has led efforts to provide safety and housing for women and children in the region. The new complex marks an essential step in addressing the domestic and family violence crisis in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven, as SAHSSI continues to advocate for safe, long-term housing solutions.

Domestic violence is a community problem, and it requires a community solution. To get involved, please contact SAHSSI: Supported Accommodation and Homelessness Services Shoalhaven Illawarra at (02) 4229 8523 or visit: www.sahssi.org.au