Alarming new research has revealed the group of Australian women who are at the highest risk of facing homelessness. For women in their 50s, family and domestic violence remains a leading cause of homelessness. White said for this group of women, family and domestic violence remains a leading cause. Credit: AAPTogether, they are helping women access safe housing, escape violence, build financial security and overcome barriers that can push people into homelessness. Kara Family Violence Service is a not-for-profit organisation proving safety, support and education for people affected by family violence.