Sharon, and Torrington, CT Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: January 31, 2019 1:12 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 1 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in Sharon, CT with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 26 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Torrington, Poughkeepsie, and Kingston.
Women’s Support Services in Sharon, CT
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 860-364-1900 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 888-774-2900
- Business – 860-364-1080
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax- 860-364-5767
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Litchfield County (Canaan, Cornwall, Kent, North Canaan, Salisbury, and Sharon)
About Women’s Support Services
- Website – www.wssdv.org
- Established – 1981
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 5
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
Women’s Support Services is a non-profit domestic violence agency serving towns in the northwest corner of Connecticut. WSS offers free, confidential, client-centered services focused on safety, support, advocacy, and community outreach. WSS counselors are available 24/7 via our hotline by calling 860-364-1900.
Susan B. Anthony Project, Inc. in Torrington, CT
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 860-482-7133 (24⁄7)
- Toll Free – 888-774-2900
- Business – 860-489-3798
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish, Sign language, Italian
- Collect calls accepted
- TTY/TTD – 860-489-3798
- Fax – 860-482-6268
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Litchfield
About Susan B. Anthony Project, Inc.
- Website – www.sbaproject.org
- Established – 1983-01-01
- Beds – 16
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 90
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – Yes
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