The Domestic Violence Center (DVC) offers an array of services unparalleled in Cuyahoga County and is one of the best agencies of its kind in the country. We provide comprehensive coordinated programs and services that address the immediate and long term needs of women, men and children who are affected by domestic violence. In addition, we're committed to being an agent of social change in the Greater Cleveland community by addressing the attitudes and beliefs that perpetuate domestic violence and undermine the formation of healthy relationships.
Our 24-hour, seven-day a week hotline offers immediate crisis intervention, safety planning, information and referrals for anyone in and outside of Cuyahoga County experiencing concerns about domestic violence.
08/09 FY Statistics: 18,246 calls
Confidentially located shelter provides a safe environment for victims of domestic abuse and their children who need immediate protection. Advocacy, counseling, children services, group support, housing assistance, and court escorts are provided for all residents. Please call 216-391-HELP for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 317 residents served
Justice system advocates respond to victims' needs for crisis intervention, information, court escorts, personal advocacy and emotional support as they seek the full protection of domestic violence laws, including assistance with criminal and civil protective orders. Advocates work daily with victims in all but two of the suburban municipal courts. DVC also provides advocacy to victims in the Domestic Relations Court who are going through proceedings or dealing with custody and/or visitation issues. Please call 216-391-HELP to be connected to an advocate in your area.
08/09 FY Statistics: 1,654 clients assisted
Free weekly facilitated groups throughout Cuyahoga County for women and children who have experienced abusive relationships. Victims can talk with one another about their experiences with domestic violence and receive needed information and support. Please call 216-391-HELP for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 334 support groups held
Free weekly facilitated groups for youth who have experienced or witnessed abusive relationships. Additional youth programming includes counseling, art therapy sessions and classroom presentations. Please call Sonia at 216-688-7293 for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 200 youth community groups and 217 units of Individual Art Therapy sessions
Works to facilitate safe options and stability for Latina victims of domestic violence and their children. The program offers services which take into consideration the realities of Latino life, including cultural diversity and values. All of the services are available in Spanish or English and are free of charge. Please call Amanda at (216) 688-7283 or Adora at (216) 688-7278 for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 245 clients assisted
Outreach and culturally specific programming for the African American community including confidential weekly peer-based, professionally-led support groups, plus training and technical assistance to organizations seeking to create groups in their communities. Please call Vicki at (216) 688-7280 for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 225 individuals reached via presentations, 511 victims served through support groups
Provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can spend quality time with a non-residential parent when supervision is required. Please call Deborah at (216) 688-7294 for more information.
08/09 FY Statistics: 1.098 visits
Connect to a licensed practicing counselor for short-term crisis intervention sessions.
08/09 FY Statistics: 330 crisis intervention sessions
DVC provides speakers, seminars and training on domestic violence to human service, law enforcement, medical professionals and interested groups in the community. Please call Shelly for more information at (216) 688-7290 for more information.
08/09 FY Statisics: 11,337 individuals reached
DVC partners with individuals, businesses and groups who lend their time, talent and expertise as volunteers. Volunteers assist with a range of projects including direct service, clerical assistance and fundraising.
08/09 FY Statistics: 8,595 hours donated
*Due to the confidential nature of the 24-hour hotline, the 12,670 calls received in 2008 may include multiple calls from the same caller.
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