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Domestic Violence Resources
Our Domestic Violence Resource Page provides a comprehensive list of organizations and services available to support individuals affected by domestic violence in Philadelphia and surrounding areas. We've compiled these resources to help victims, their loved ones, and service providers navigate the support system and access the help they need.
The Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline 1-866-SAFE 014
You can call here first for help, or just call the organizations listed below directly.
Women Against Abuse, 24 hour Hotline
Provides information, 24-hour shelter, transitional housing, and free legal assistance to women who have been abused. 1-866-723-3014
www.womenagainstabuse.org
WOAR (Woman Organized Against Rape)
Helps survivors of sexual assault and abuse through counseling and advocacy. WOAR offers both crisis counseling and long-term therapy for survivors of sexual abuse. 215-985-3333 (24 hour hotline)
www.woar.org
Women in Transition
Women In Transition provides early intervention and prevention services that include telephone counseling, information and referral services, individual and group empowerment counseling, and advocacy for women who are endangered by domestic violence and substance abuse. Also has Self-Defense training for women (WAVE Program)call 215-751-1111, or witservices@helpwomen.org.
www.helpwomen.org
Lutheran Settlement House
Operates the Bilingual Domestic Violence Program offering free individual, and group counseling for survivors of domestic violence in both Spanish and English, transitional housing, workshops about domestic violence for professionals and community members, specialized trainings for businesses and non-profits focusing on domestic violence in the workplace. Co-operates Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline. Call 215-426-8610 extension 1236.
www.lutheransettlement.org
Latina Domestic Violence Program
A program offered through Congreso, provides support and advocacy for persons affected by Domestic Violence- 215-763-8870, ext 1300.
www.congreso.net/health-safety/domestic-violence-services/
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is managed through a 24/7 telephone hotline at 1-800-799-7233 and an 24/7 online hotline run by trained advocates at http://www.thehotline.org/ . The website also offers resources for survivors of domestic violence and their loved ones in addition to information on services for abusive partners.
PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) is working at the state and national levels to eliminate domestic violence, secure justice for victims, enhance safety for families and communities, and create lasting systems and social change. Lists of resources for all PA counties. Call 717-545-6400 for info. Natl number 1-800-799-7233
www.pcadv.org
PA SAVIN
A free, confidential service that lets you know when a particular offender is going to be released and alert you when they will be released. Call 1-866-277-7477 to sign up or go online below.
www.vinelink.com
Loveisrespect
Loveisrespect is an organization that provides 24/7 telephone, online, and texting hotlines to support teens and young adults in abusive relationships or settings in additional to educational materials on healthy relationships and abuse. Information is also available for abusive partners. Call the hotline at 1.866.331.9474, text “loveis” to 22522, or chat and/or locate resources at www.loveisrespect.org
Courdea (formerly Menergy)
For people who are physically or emotionally abusive. Provides outpatient group treatment, rehabilitation and anger management for men who have been abusive to their partners. 215-242-2235 Espanol 267-625-6135
www.courdea.org
Protection from Abuse Info
https://philadelphiabar.org/
It Takes A Village!
Tips for Supporting a Loved One
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Believe them: It's important to believe your loved one's story and validate their feelings. Avoid making them feel judged or blamed for the situation.
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Listen without judgment: Create a safe space where your loved one feels comfortable opening up about their experience. Listen without judgment and avoid giving unsolicited advice.
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Respect their boundaries: Everyone's journey is different. Respect your loved one's boundaries and decisions, even if you don't agree with them.
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Connect them with resources: Provide your loved one with information about local resources, such as domestic violence hotlines, shelters, and counseling services. Let them know that they can reach out to these resources for support.
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Take care of yourself: Supporting a loved one through a traumatic experience can be emotionally draining. Make sure to take care of your own physical and emotional well-being.
Safety Planning
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If your loved one is in an abusive relationship, it's important to help them create a safety plan. This should include things like:
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A safe place to stay
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A way to communicate that is not monitored by the abuser
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Important documents and belongings that they can take with them if they need to leave quickly
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A plan for how they will get to a safe place if they need to leave