Domestic Violence

The Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline 1-866-SAFE 014
You can call here first for help, or just call the organizations listed below directly. - www.ppdonline.org
Women Against Abuse, 24 hour Hotline
Provides information, 24-hour shelter, transitional housing, and free legal assistance to women who have been abused. 1-866-723-3014 - www.womenagainstabuse.org
WOAR (Woman Organized Against Rape)
Helps survivors of sexual assault and abuse through counseling and advocacy. WOAR offers both crisis counseling and long-term therapy for survivors of sexual abuse. 215-985-3333 (24 hour hotline) - www.woar.org
Lutheran Settlement House
Operates the Bilingual Domestic Violence Program offering free individual, and group counseling for survivors of domestic violence in both Spanish and English, transitional housing, workshops about domestic violence for professionals and community members, specialized trainings for businesses and non-profits focusing on domestic violence in the workplace. Co-operates Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline. Call 215-426-8610. - www.lutheransettlement.org
Women in Transition
Women In Transition provides early intervention and prevention services that include telephone counseling, information and referral services, individual and group empowerment counseling, and advocacy for women who are endangered by domestic violence and substance abuse. Also has Self-Defense training for women (WAVE Programwww.womenintransitioninc.org
Latina Domestic Violence Program
A program offered through Congreso, provides support and advocacy for persons affected by Domestic Violence- 215-763-8870 - www.congreso.net
SEWAA (Southeastern Women Against Abuse)
For women from Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka. 215-627-3922
Korean Women’s Support Group
For abused Korean women- 215-869-5703.
PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) is working at the state and national levels to eliminate domestic violence, secure justice for victims, enhance safety for families and communities, and create lasting systems and social change. Lists of resources for all PA counties. Call 800-932-4632 for info. - www.pcadv.org
Menergy
For men who are physically or emotionally abusive. Provides outpatient group treatment, rehabilitation and anger management for men who have been abusive to their partners. 215-242-2235 - www.menergy.org
PA SAVIN
A free, confidential service that let's you know when a particular offender is going to be relaesed and alert you when they will be released. Call 1-866-9PA-SAVIN to sign up or go online below. - www.pacrimevictims.state.pa.us
Resources
Click here for Safety Plan Checklist - Click here for checklist