Thomasville, Valdosta, GA Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 4, 2019 6:20 am
- Expires: 997344 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 Thomasville, GA with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 5 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Moultrie, Tallahassee, and Valdosta.
Halcyon Home in Thomasville, GA
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Progam
- Hotline – 229-226-6666 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 800-284-9980
- Business – 229-226-6682
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 229-226-6685
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Thomas, Grady, Decatur, Seminole, & Mitchell
About Halcyon Home
- Website – www.halcyonhomeshelter.org
- Established – 1997
- Beds – 15
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 30
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
Halcyon Home provides free and confidential residential and non-residential services to women and their dependent children who are in abusive relationships. While receiving services here, you will be provided with support, information, resources and advocacy appropriate to your needs.
Battered Women’s Shelter, Inc. dba The Haven in Valdosta, GA
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 229-244-1765 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 229-244-4477
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD – 229-244-1765
- Fax – 229-244-2256
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Atkinson, Berrien, Brooks, Clinch, Colquitt, Cook, Echols, Lanier, Lowndes
About Battered Women’s Shelter, Inc. dba The Haven
- Website – www.valdostahaven.org
- Established –
- Beds – 22
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 48
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
The Haven is a non-profit organization, which provides 24-hour emergency temporary shelter and services in South Georgia for victims of family violence and sexual assault with a commitment to also serve non-English speaking victims.
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