Joliet, IL Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 5, 2019 11:29 am
- Expires: 997345 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 Joliet, IL with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 40 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Tinley Park, Aurora, and Bridgeview.
Guardian Angel Community Services-Groundwork Domestic Violence Program in Joliet, IL
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 815-729-1228 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 815-729-0930
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Polish, East Indian Language
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD – 815-741-4643
- Fax – 815-729-0983
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Statewide
About Guardian Angel Community Services-Groundwork Domestic Violence Program
- Website – www.gacsprograms.org
- Established – 1897-01-01
- Beds – 30
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 42
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
Groundwork provides a 24 hour hotline, emergency shelter, individual and group counseling (adults & children), legal and medical advocacy, prevention education, and community presentations.
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