Norwalk, CT Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: January 31, 2019 12:57 pm
- Expires: 997340 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 2 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in Norwalk, CT with 1 offering a hotline and 2 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 72 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Westport, Stamford, and Bridgeport.
Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Norwalk, CT
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 203-663-6641 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 888-774-2900
- Business – 203-588-9100
- Languages Spoken – English, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
- Hours of operation
Monday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Thursday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday CLOSED Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Fairfield county
About Domestic Violence Crisis Center
- Website – www.dvccct.org
- Established – 1980
- Beds – 15
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 60
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – Yes
Description
Full service Domestic Violence Crisis Center. Services we provide are shelter, counselling, legal assistance, financial literacy and housing assistance. We also provide training and preventive education services.
The Open Door Shelter in Norwalk, CT
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline-
- Toll Free-
- Business – 203-866-1057
- Languages Spoken – English, French, Spanish
- TTY/TTD-
- Fax-
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
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Counties Served
Fairfield County
About The Open Door Shelter
- Website – www.opendoorshelter.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
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