Companion House Clare Doube. Companion House Assisting Survivors of Torture and Trauma Community organisation established in 1989 Works with and supports.

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Companion House Clare Doube

Companion House Assisting Survivors of Torture and Trauma Community organisation established in 1989 Works with and supports survivors of torture and trauma who have sought refuge in Australia

Our clients People from refugee backgrounds and asylum seekers Individuals, families, groups and communities

Our programs Counselling Medical service Community Development Training, Community Awareness and Advocacy

Approaches Restoring safety Strengths based Individuals and communities Consultation and self-determination Systems Flexibility Interpreters

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