Legal Health Check Questions

If the discussion indicates there may be legal or financial concerns, offer a referral to legal service.

“It sounds like it would be worth having a further discussion about this with a lawyer and/or a financial counsellor

Do you want me to connect you with the women’s legal service, and help arrange a time for them to see you?”

NOTE: If the discussion relates to any urgent safety concerns and/or child protection concerns, consider accessing our drop-in service by calling CAWLS on 1800 684 055 or attending our office during business hours. If you are a staff member at Alice Springs Hospital, you may also have the option of an urgent verbal referral through the Health Justice Partnership/Domestic Violence Unit program (see Social Work if you do not have the direct contact details), and be aware of the impact of any potential discharge plans.

• CAWLS – Central Australian Women’s Legal Service: (08) 8952 4055
• CAAFLU – Central Australian Aboriginal Family Law Unit: (08) 8953 6355
• NT Legal Aid: 1800 019 343
• NAAJA – North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency: 1800 636 079