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This page has contact information for programs that offer assistance and referrals to victims and survivors of abuse throughout your state. If you plan to contact a program by email, please review our Safety when using email page first.
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Lake
Forbes House
P.O. Box 702Painesville, OH 44077
Hotline: (440) 357-1018
Phone: 440-357-7321
URL: https://forbeshouse.org/
Email: info@forbeshouse.org
Forbes House offers survivors in Northeast Ohio emergency shelter from abusive relationships. We also provide a 24/7 helpline, legal and family advocacy, children’s programs, support groups and counseling for residents and community clients. All services at Forbes House are provided free of charge.
Lawrence
Lawrence County DV Task Force
Ironton, OH 45638Hotline: (888) 372-7433
Phone: (740) 532-7111
Phone 2: (740) 532-7284
Email: lawrencedvtaskforce@yahoo.com
Provides emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence in Lawrence County, Ohio.
Licking
Center for New Beginnings
60 N. First StreetP.O. Box 786
Newark, OH 43058
Hotline: (800) 686-2760
Phone: (740) 349-8719
Phone 2: (740) 349-7066
Fax: (740) 345-6028
URL: https://thewoodland.org/center-for-new-beginnings/
The Center for New Beginnings provides a 24-hour crisis line available for community members who may have questions or concerns about domestic violence, and for those who are in immediate danger and in search of a safe home for themselves and their children. Please call (800) 686-2760. Also, assistance with Civil Protection Orders and Stalking Orders and other support groups are available through the program.
Lorain
El Centro / Hispanic Family Violence Prevention Program
1888 East 31st StreetLorain, OH 44055
Phone: (440) 277-8235
Contact program through phone numbers listed.
Genesis House/ Lorain County Safe Harbor
P.O. Box 718Lorain, OH 44052
Hotline: (866) 213-1188
Phone: (440) 244-1853
Phone 2: (440) 244-0107
URL: https://www.genesishouseshelter.org/
Email: info@genesishouseshelter.com
Genesis House has Legal Advocates who work in the shelter and the Lorain County Municipal Courts to assist victims of domestic violence who have filed criminal charges against their abusers. Advocates explain the process and the victims’ rights and responsibilities in the case, as well as accompany people to court during their case or to get protection orders. Information regarding your rights, police and court involvements available through support staff for legal proceedings.
Lucas
Children's Advocacy Center
2460 Cherry StreetToledo, OH 43608
Phone: (419) 292-2927
Fax: (419) 292-2929
URL: https://www.fcapc.org/domestic-violence-advocacy-program.html
Advocates provide information on domestic violence and legal options available to victims in Lucas and Ottawa Counties. Advocates accompany victims to Municipal and Domestic Relations Courts, assist with safety planning, and link victims to other helpful community resources. Advocates are available to conduct presentations for students, community groups, and area professionals on topics related to domestic violence, dating violence, and healthy relationships.
YWCA Battered Women's Shelter
1018 Jefferson AvenueToledo, OH 43624
Hotline: (888) 241-7386
Phone: (419) 241-7386
Phone 2: (419) 241-3235
Fax: (419) 255-5752
URL: https://www.ywcanwo.org/dv-services
Email: admin@ywcatoledo.org
The YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter is a 17 room, 46-bed facility providing services for survivors of domestic violence. Additional information on services and programs is available on the website.
