Delray Beach, Lighthouse Point, West Palm Beach, and Lauderdale, FL Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 2, 2019 2:40 am
- Expires: 997342 days, 21 hours
Description
Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic abuse or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship.
Domestic violence does not discriminate. Anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender can be a victim – or perpetrator – of domestic violence. It can happen to people who are married, living together or who are dating. It affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels.
Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. It includes the use of physical and sexual violence, threats and intimidation, emotional abuse and economic deprivation. Many of these different forms of domestic violence/abuse can be occurring at any one time within the same intimate relationship.
You may call National Domestic Violence Hotline @ 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) to get resources for legal help. You can also visit WomensLaw.org and search state by state for information on laws including restraining orders and child custody information.
Following listings will help you to select domestic violence programs based on location, service and language needs. Find 24-hour hotlines in your area, service listings, housing services, emergency services, legal and financial services, and support groups for women, children and families, and more.
There are currently 1 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in Delray Beach, FL with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 10 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Lighthouse Point, West Palm Beach, and Lauderdale.
Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA) in Delray Beach, FL
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 800-355-8547 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 800-355-8547
- Business – 561-265-3797
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Haitian Creole
- TTY/TTD – 800-355-8547
- Fax – 561-265-2102
- Hours of operation
Monday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Palm Beach
About Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA)
- Website – www.avdaonline.org
- Established -1985-01-01
- Beds – 64
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 45
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
AVDA is a certified domestic violence center in Palm Beach County, Florida providing comprehensive supportive services for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Women In Distress Of Broward County in Lighthouse Point, FL
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 954-761-1133 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 954-760-9800
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Portuguese
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
About Women In Distress Of Broward County
- Website – www.womenindistress.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
YWCA of Palm Beach County-Harmony House in West Palm Beach, FL
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 800-973-9922 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 800-973-9922
- Business – 561-640-0050
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Creole
- TTY/TTD – 561-965-8530
- Fax – 561-640-9155
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Palm Beach County
About YWCA of Palm Beach County-Harmony House
- Website – www.ywcapbc.org
- Established – 1978
- Beds – 72
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 60
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
Emergency shelter for victims and their children providing the following services: 24 hour hotline, all basic needs, counseling, advocacy in systems, economic empowerment, legal & immigration, children’s services, housing, violence prevention, information,referrals, & case management.
Second Chance Society in Lauderdale, FL
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 954-763-5999
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
About Second Chance Society
- Website – www.secondchancesociety.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
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