If you are experiencing domestic violence we offer:
A 24-hour hotline 717-334-9777 or 1-800-787-8106 available to men and women which includes
- crisis counseling over phone
- safety planning
- arrangement for shelter, counseling, accompaniment, other services
Shelter Services
- Women and their children (we accept all minor children or those who are legally dependant) seeking safety and immediate respite from domestic violence may qualify up to 30 days of Emergency Shelter in one year. Eligibility criteria do apply- those accessing the shelter are assessed for appropriateness for 24-48 hours
Transitional Housing
- Women and their children who left their home due to domestic violence and need additional support to their path of independence may qualify for temporary housing for up to a year. Eligibility standards apply, and space in the program is limited
Supportive Counseling
-One on one counseling is meant to provide individuals (men or women) coping skills to deal with any applicable history of abuse, to provide information about options available, and to empower access to available options, to provide the resources so the healing process may begin.
Support Group
- Occurs weekly with childcare offered
Children's Support Group
Legal Advocacy
- Assists those who have experienced domestic violence and choose to pursue a Protection From Abuse (PFA) Order in preparing information to be submitted. Information and referral services regarding civil system and criminal system as well as accompaniment to court.
Accompaniment
- To hearings, to court, to the hospital, to human service agencies as requested and allowed by confidentiality and the individual's consent.
Bilingual and bicultural staff
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