Attleboro, and Brockton, MA Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 8, 2019 5:43 am
- Expires: 997348 days, 20 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 Attleboro, MA with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 51 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Pawtucket, Providence, and Brockton.
New Hope in Attleboro, MA
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 800-323-4673 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 877-785-2020
- Business – 508-226-4015
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 508-226-6917
- Hours of operation
Monday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Southeastern Massachusetts, South Central Massachusetts
About New Hope
- Website – www.new-hope.org
- Established – 1979-01-01
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Inspiration For Tomorrow Inc. in Brockton, MA
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 508-474-9804
- Languages Spoken – English, French, Haitian Creole
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
- Hours of operation
Monday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm Tuesday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm Thursday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm Friday 9:00 am – 6:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Brockton, Randolph, Bridgewater, Stoughton, Easton, Canton, Avon, Abington
About Inspiration For Tomorrow Inc.
- Website – www.iftinc.org
- Established – 2010
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
Inspiration For Tomorrow Inc, (IFTINC) is a 501 (c)3 non profit organization registered in the state of Massachusetts founded in 2010 to transform society’s response towards Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault and to promote safety, encourage individuals to learn the importance of recognizing signs of abuse and to speak up.
Penelope’s Place in Brockton, MA
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 508-588-2041 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 888-293-7273
- Business – 508-588-2045
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Portuguese
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 508-588-1534
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
About Penelope’s Place
- Website – www.healthimperatives.org
- Established –
- Beds – 6
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
We offer emergency shelter for families and individuals fleeing domestic violence. At Penelope’s Place, our 5+ bedroom domestic violence shelter, we provide survivors with safety, security, and comfort. We provide comprehensive, coordinated care for survivors of violence and their children.
Family and Community Resources, Inc. in Brockton, MA
- Hotline – 508-583-6498
- Toll Free –
- Business – 508-583-6498
- Languages Spoken – English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD – 508-583-6498
- Fax – 508-583-3775
- 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
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Counties Served
Plymouth, Norfolk, Barnstable, Dukes and Bristol
About Family and Community Resources, Inc.
- Website – www.fcr-ma.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 4
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
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