Ruah-Anawim Aboriginal Women's Services

What is Anawim Refuge?

Anawim Refuge provides a safe, supportive, and homely environment for up to ten women escaping domestic and/or social violence, homelessness, or other life crisis.  Women are assisted to address their crisis needs, and then to resettle safely and independently in the community in the shortest time possible.

How to contact Anawim Refuge

Self referrals or referrals from family and friends are accepted.  Referrals are also taken from Police, Salvo Care-line, Hospitals, Government and non-Government agencies.

Phone: 9328 7562

What is Karlamia Day Centre?

Karlamia Day Centre was established to meet the needs of Aboriginal women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and requiring support to meet their needs so they can live safely and with dignity in the community, through the provision of a range of on-site and outreach services. The Centre aims to reduce/prevent homelssness.

How to contact Karlamia Day Centre

Self referrals and referrals from non-Government agencies are accepted.  Women are welcome to present themselves at the service when it is open.

Phone: 9228 4753 or 9328 7562

What is the Karlamia Night Shelter?

Karlamia Night Shelter is a sobering up facility providing safe, overnight accommodation for Aboriginal Women who are homeless or stranded in the city and intoxicated.  Women are welcomed and staff will assist with basic needs and support.

How to contact Karlamia Night Shelter

Self referrals or referrals from family or friends are accepted. Referrals are also taken from Police, Hospitals, Government and non-Government agencies.

Phone 9228 4753 or 9328 7562 Tuesday to Saturday 8pm to 8am.

For further Information contact the Manager on 9328 7562 or PO Box 8414 Stirling Street Perth 6849.