All of our
Services
to Victims
are Free,
Private &
Confidential

In Greene County, call 724-852-2463

In Fayette County, call 724-439-9500

Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA

THERE IS A SAFE PLACE TO GO!

Washington Women’s Shelter, Inc. is now Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania

SERVING WASHINGTON, GREENE, AND FAYETTE COUNTIES IN PENNSYLVANIA

724-223-9190 or 800-791-4000, 724-852-2463, or 724-439-9500 24-Hours a Day, 7-Days a Week!

Our Mission

The mission of Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA is to increase awareness of domestic violence and its effect on the community, to empower those victimized by providing advocacy and safe and effective services, and to work for social change designed to eliminate domestic violence.

PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SAFE SHELTER
…Safe shelter for domestic violence victims and their children. (food, clothing, and personal care items for residents)

24 HOUR HOTLINE
…24 hour hotline, transportation and intake to Shelter.

EMPOWERMENT COUNSELING
…Individual face-to-face and hotline counseling for domestic violence victims and their significant others. Advocacy and accompaniment.  Information and referrals.

LEGAL ADVOCACY
…Court accompaniment and assistance with Protection From Abuse Orders.

SUPPORT GROUPS
… Free informal support groups for anyone directly or indirectly involved in a present or past abusive relationship. Call 724-724-223-0911, 724-852-2373, or 724-439-9500 for more information.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
…Daily children's program for children residing in the Shelter and Fresh Start Transitional Housing program. One-on-one and group counseling through structured activities is facilitated by a children's advocate.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAMS
… Speakers will provide information about domestic violence and available help and services for victims. Click Here or call 724-223-5477, 724-852-2373, or 724-437-2530 to arrange for training or a speaker.

All of our services are provided confidentially and without regard to race, color, age, sex, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status or sexual orientation. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA is registered with the Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Maryland, and Alabama Bureaus of Charitable Organizations. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, West Virginia 25305. Registration does not imply endorsement.