Baton Rouge, Plaquemine, Zachary, and Hammond, LA Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 7, 2019 8:37 am
- Expires: 997347 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 Baton Rouge, LA with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 4 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Plaquemine, Zachary, and Hammond.
Iris Domestic Violence Center in Baton Rouge, LA
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 225-389-3001 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 225-389-3001
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 225-358-3444
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday CLOSED Thursday CLOSED Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
About Iris Domestic Violence Center
- Website – www.iriscenter.net
- Established-
- Beds-
- Maximum Length of Stay (days)-
- Wheelchair Accessible-
- Pet Shelter – No
LA Visitation Inc. in Plaquemine, LA
DV Focused Program
- Hotline-
- Toll Free-
- Business – 225-238-6363
- Languages Spoken – English, Sign language
- TTY/TTD-
- Fax – 225-412-3801
- Hours of operation
Monday CLOSED Tuesday 10:00 am – 6:30 pm Wednesday CLOSED Thursday CLOSED Friday CLOSED Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Iberville, West Baton Rouge, Point Coupee, East Baton Rouge
About LA Visitation Inc.
- Website – www.lavisitation.org
- Established – 2011-01-01
- Beds – 0
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
We provide supervised visitation and safe exchange services to victims of domestic violence at no cost. We have separate parking areas, entrances and waiting areas with visual and auditory separation to eliminate contact between parties. Services are by appointment only. Call (225) 238-6363 for details.
The Butterfly Society in Zachary, LA
DV Focused Program
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 225-347-7725
- Languages Spoken – English, English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
We serve parishes: Easton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge, Ascension Parish
About The Butterfly Society
- Website – www.thebutterflysociety.org
- Established – August 2014
- Beds – 0
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 0
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
The Butterfly Society Anti Domestic Violence Organization Vision: Empower Communities to STAND UP and SPEAK OUT against domestic violence. Mission: To educate, advocate for legislation, provide direct services and partner with other agencies to end domestic violence.
Southeast Advocates for Family Empowerment SAFE in Hammond, LA
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 985-542-8384 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 888-411-1333
- Business – 985-542-8384
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 985-429-1288
About Southeast Advocates for Family Empowerment SAFE
- Website – www.safelouisiana.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days)-
- Wheelchair Accessibl e-
- Pet Shelter – No
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