QLD Ongoing Domestic Abuse

[Sharine Delaney]

Hi,
I feel i need to put some kind of restraining order/Domestic Violence order to stop my mother constantly putting me under a lot of undue stress due to Abuse i have suffered for the best part of 45yrs. Due to my ill health & mental health issues, chronic pain, i had no other alternative for accommodation so I had to move back into my mothers home, which i live alone in the Granny-flat, i have always paid rent & have done a lot of work on her house. I have a history of blackouts which is currently being investigated, due to this issue, I had a blackout whilst driving, which was my very 1st car accident. and am now basically trapped. There are a multitude of issues and it is a very strained relationship, regardless of what i have done all my life to try have some kind of closer relationship. I suffer from Severe Panic Disorder with complex PTSD, along with the chronic headaches and pain, which all trauma was when i was very young through Domestic Abuse. I have been in constant contact with DV Connect but not in regards to my mother, as i did not want it to end up this way, its heartbreaking, but i cant deal with her anymore, something has to be done, even if its just a threat, nothing will change. It would take too long for me type my whole story.

 

[AllForHer]

First, I am sorry to hear about your situation. I imagine it's very difficult to come to terms with and I hope you can surround yourself with a support network to help you through this.

You can file for a domestic violence order against your mother by filing a civil application yourself. There is information and the appropriate form available here: Applying for a domestic violence order | Queensland Courts

If you need more assistance, please feel free to ask.

 

[Rod]

You didn't mention if you are undertaking counselling. If you are not undertaking any, I suggest counselling will also be of benefit.

 

[bowiemily]

DV connect should be able to get you in touch with a refuge. Let them what’s going on and they will place you somewhere close by. Even if it’s just for a few days, it might be what you need to get some time to plan and speak to police on private.

An application for a DVO can be done privately as per the link above. If you choose that pathway there is a lot of support at magistrates court for domestic violence, even a safe room if your Mum is there.

If money is an issue, contact centrelink who can assist you with an one off crisis payment.

My thoughts are with you x