Women’s Health Information & Referral Service CQ Inc.

Contact Details

Service Area

Capricorn Coast to the Central Highlands

Summary of Service

Women's Health Information & Referral Service CQ Inc.

Women’s Health Information and Referral Service CQ Inc. (WHIRSCQ) aims to enhance people’s quality of life by providing a holistic service, contributing to the empowerment of individuals and improving the health and well-being of all women and their families throughout Central Queensland. WHIRSCQ works from a feminist perspective that values gender equality, acknowledges cultural diversity and provides a person-centred service delivery model. WHIRSCQ encompasses strength-based philosophies through open, honest and transparent therapeutic sessions with clients.

WHIRSCQ provide Free and confidential counselling and support in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and non-discriminatory environment. This service can be accessed face-to-face, by phone or video counselling.

Programs and Initiatives

General Counselling and Support:

• Women 14 years and over
• Any issue affecting the well-being of the client
• Historical domestic and family violence
• Information and Referral

Sexual Assault Counselling & Support:

• Women, men & youth 12 years and over
• Recent or historical sexual assault

Dignity Hub:

• Other supports include assisting women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness by providing shower and laundry facilities and where possible, basic clothing, sanitary items, and a meal.

Face-to-Face Counselling - available in other locations by appointment:

• North Rockhampton
• Yeppoon
• Gracemere
• Mount Morgan
• Emerald
• Blackwater

For further information and referral or enquiries, please contact the Centre:

225 Bolsover Street, Rockhampton  Qld  4700

Ph. 4922 6585 or 1800 017 382

Emergency Relief

None

Safe Space/Waiting Space

Available on site

Accessibility

Please contact centre with accessibility requirements.