Brentwood, Hyattsville, and Capitol Heights, MD Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 7, 2019 2:26 pm
- 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 Brentwood, MD with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 55 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Hyattsville, Capitol Heights, and Washington.
The Family Crisis Center of Prince George’s County in Brentwood, MD
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 301-731-1203 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 301-779-2100
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 301-779-2104
- 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
Prince George’s
About The Family Crisis Center of Prince George’s County
- Website – www.familycrisiscenter-pgco.org
- Established – 1981-01-01
- Beds – 55
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 97
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
The Family Crisis Center of Prince George’s County, Inc. (FCC) is a 501 c3 organization established in 1981 to provide emergency shelter to families fleeing domestic violence. Since that time FCC has expanded its services to provide comprehensive care that will help survivors thrive in a safe environment that can help them heal and establish a life free of abuse. Our mission is to promote and facilitate the elimination of violence in intimate relationships by providing counseling, education and support services to women and men.
St. Ann’s Infant & Maternity Home in Hyattsville, MD
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 301-559-5500
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
About St. Ann’s Infant & Maternity Home
- Website – www.stanns.org
- Established – 1860
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
St. Ann’s housing and support programs serve the diverse needs of women, children and families in the following programs: Teen Mother Baby Program Supportive & Transitional Housing Program Clinical and Social Work Services Education & Employment Program Child Care Center
Shepherd’s Cove Transitional Housing For Women in Capitol Heights, MD
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 301-322-5700
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
About Shepherd’s Cove Transitional Housing For Women
- Website – www.ucappgc.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
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