In-Shelter Services

 

• 24-hour crisis hotline: Toll Free 1-800-650-6522 or local 334-793-2232

• Safe shelter with a bed capacity of 27 bed spaces, however no one is ever turned away due to a lack of bed space

• Information on the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault

• Individual and group supportive counseling

• Self-help and life skills educational programs

• Case planning and case management

• Information and referral to existing community agencies

• Assistance in filing Alabama Crime Victims Compensation and follow-up application

• Advocacy including court and hospital accompaniment

• Basic necessities; food, clothing, personal hygiene supplies, etc

• Transportation to and from work in the Dothan area and appointments

• Tutoring Services for children

• Children's Group (group counseling for children - 4 hours weekly)

• Legal information and advocacy

• Support group for battered/formerly battered women

• Support group for survivors of sexual assault