Accommodation &
Support Services
Flora House
Women’s Shelter
Programs
Flora House Women’s Shelter
Safe and Supportive Refuge for Women and Children
Flora House is one of Yumba-Meta Limited’s two Women’s Shelters, dedicated to supporting women and their children who are escaping domestic and family violence. The shelter provides a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment, with ten bedrooms available for women in need of refuge. Flora House is named after Flora Hoolihan, a founding member and long-term supporter of Yumba-Meta Limited.
Flora House focuses on more than just providing immediate safety. It aims to help women regain control of their lives and start the journey toward healing. By offering a community environment, women can connect with others in similar situations, helping them feel understood and supported.
Key Services at Flora House:
- 24/7 support for women and children
- Crisis counselling to address immediate emotional needs
- Safety planning to protect women from further harm
- Legal advocacy to assist with navigating the legal system
- Life skills development to support independent living
Support for Children
Children staying at Flora House also receive care tailored to their needs. Counselling and support services are provided to help them process their experiences. This early intervention is vital in breaking the cycle of violence and supporting children’s emotional recovery.
At Yumba-Meta, we believe that every woman deserves a life free from violence, and Flora House plays a crucial role in helping women and children rebuild their lives with dignity.
The Queensland State Government and the Federal Government provide funding to YML to operate the shelters with 24/7 staffing 365 days of the year.
Referrals can be made through:
DV Connect on 1800 811 81
Women’s Centre on 4775 7555
Self-Referral on 4723 5611