What is coercive control?
Coercive control is when someone repeatedly hurts, scares or isolates another person to control them.
It can happen in any type of relationship by an intimate partner, a family member, someone you live with or someone who you rely on for support.
Coercive control can include any type of physical or non-physical abuse. It looks different in every relationship, and it can involve a combination of different behaviours.
People with disability’s experiences of coercive control
Older people’s experiences of coercive control
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Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732, or use the online chat
1800RESPECT can talk to you about ways to keep you safe, provide advice about how to help someone else and refer you to other services.
Call 1800 628 221 (9am to 4pm)
For information, support or to report abuse, neglect or exploitation of older people and adults with disability in their family, home and community, call the NSW Ageing and Disability Abuse Helpline.
Call 1300 766 491
The Men’s Referral Service can support you if you are concerned about your own behaviour. This is a free and confidential service for anyone, regardless of gender.
Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or use the online chat
Lifeline provides confidential crisis support. They can help you if you are contemplating suicide, experiencing emotional distress, or caring for someone in crisis.
Call 1800 979 529
The Legal Aid NSW Domestic Violence Unit can provide victim-survivors with free legal advice and provide assistance in a range of legal matters.
Call 02 9281 3600
Seniors Rights Service is a community organisation dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of older people in New South Wales.
Call 13 92 76
13YARN provide crisis support to yarn with you without judgement and provide a confidential, culturally safe space to yarn about your needs, worries or concerns.
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Coercive control is when someone repeatedly hurts, scares, or isolates another person to control them.
It’s domestic abuse and can cause serious harm.
Coercive control isn’t always physical. It can include restricting your access to basic needs like food and disability supports.
Learn more about coercive control at nsw.gov.au/coercive-control/disability-and-older-people
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing coercive control, there’s help available. Contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or at 1800respect.org.au for 24/7 support.
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