There are a number of shelters for abused women in the Western Cape registered with the Department of Social Development. Women in need of protection can contact a shelter directly, or ask a social worker at the nearest district office of the Department, or your nearest police station for assistance in contacting a shelter. Such women should also consider applying for a protection order. Women who are being abused by persons addicted to drugs or alcohol may also consider applying to have their abuser committed to a drug treatment centre. Should the abuser be known to have a licensed firearm, an application to have the firearm removed can also be considered.
Contact or go to a shelter directly, or ask for help on how to get to get to the nearest shelter at your nearest district office or at your nearest police station.