Ellsworth, ME Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: February 7, 2019 12:45 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.
here are currently 1 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in Ellsworth, ME with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 3 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Bangor and Rockland.
The Next Step Domestic Violence Project in Ellsworth, ME
Emergency Services
- Hotline – 800-315-5579 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 800-315-5579
- Business –207-667-0176
- Languages Spoken – English
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 207-667-8033
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Service
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Hancock, Washington
About The Next Step Domestic Violence Project
- Website – www.nextstepdvproject.org
- Established –
- Beds – 13
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
We work with an for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and dating abuse through 24-hour hotline, support and education groups, emergency shelter, transitional services and housing, legal and court advocacy services and community training, education, presentations and consultation to reduce and end abuse and violence in our community.
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