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The Melbourne Response assists people who have been abused sexually, physically or emotionally. Complaints Complaints of sexual and other abuse by priests, religious and lay persons under the control of the Archbishop of Melbourne are made to and investigated by the Independent Commissioner. Mr Peter O’Callaghan QC is the Independent Commissioner. The Independent Commissioner’s office is located at Owen Dixon Chambers West, Room Level 18, Room 15, 205 William Street, Melbourne. Telephone: (03) 9225 7979 Counselling and Support Free counselling and professional support for those who have been abused is available through Carelink led by the Carelink Coordinator, Ms Susan Sharkey. Carelink is located at 25 Lansdowne Street, East Melbourne Vic 3002 Telephone: (03) 9663 5744 Compensation Ex gratia compensation of up to $75,000 is available through the Compensation Panel chaired by Mr David Curtain QC. Pastoral Support Spiritual support and guidance is available to individuals and at a parish level by contacting Ms Maria Kirkwood at the offices of the Archdiocese on (03) 9926 5677. Anyone with complaints relating to other parts of the Church should contact “Towards Healing” on 1800 816 030. 
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