providence house domestic violence services
Providence House Domestic Violence Services(PHDVS) of Catholic Charities provides comprehensive services for victims of domestic abuse and their children free of charge at outreach offices and emergency safehouses in Burlington and Ocean Counties. Providence House Domestic Violence Services assists victims of domestic abuse and their children with an array of services that include: emergency shelter, a 24 hour hotline, counseling services, a comprehensive children’s program, a parenting support group and a program specifically designed to assist victims age 50 and older. These services are offered at no cost to individuals and are invaluable to victims and their children who are struggling to break free from the cycle of violence in their homes.
These free and confidential services for victims of domestic violence rely upon the generosity of donors and volunteers. Being a part of our team is not only rewarding but life-changing. Help us to end the cycle of violence in our community today.
Providence House is one of the oldest and most comprehensive domestic violence providers in New Jersey and is accredited through the national Council on Accreditation. In Burlington County, PHDVS has been offering services for more than 30 years and for more than 25 in Ocean County.
For a list of services offered at Providence House click here.
News
Jean Metz to be recognized by Legal Services of New Jersey
Jean Metz, Director of Providence House Domestic Violence Services of Catholic Charities was named 2012 Family Reunification Day Hero by Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ). [More]
Click here to see some pictures from Providence House- Ocean's Strengthening Families day at Georgian Court University on April 16th!
Seven Ocean County Salons Host Cut-A-Thons to Cut Out Domestic Violence
Join us at local Ocean County hair salons for cut-a-thons during the month of May! All proceeds to benefit Providence House Domestic Violence Services in Ocean County [More] and Burlington County [More] [PDFs]
Providence House's Spring 2012 Wish List
Click here to see Providence House Burlington's spring wish list and here for Providence House Ocean's spring wish list.
Strengthening Families Day for Child Abuse Prevention Month
Whiting, NJ, March 26, 2012 – April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to recognize that we each play a part in promoting the social and emotional well-being of children and families in our community. [More]
Seeking Volunteers for the 'Taste of Burlington County' Event Committee
Providence House Domestic Violence Services in Burlington County is currently seeking volunteers who are interested in sitting on the 'Taste of Burlington County' Event Committee, helping to solicit gifts for the auction and secure sponsorships. We are also in need of evening childcare and transportation volunteers. Please call Rachel Johnston at (856)-824-0599 for more information.
Providence House Domestic Violence Services in Ocean County is in Need of Volunteers. Opportunities available include assisting with the annual gift auction, yard work, maintenance, and help with donation pick ups are also needed. Please call Marcia Fishkin at (732) 350-2120 if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.
Volunteers Needed on Domestic Violence Response Teams
In conjunction with Ocean County police departments PHDVS is also looking for individuals to volunteer on domestic violence response teams. These teams of trained volunteers respond to the police station to talk to victims immediately following an incident of abuse. Please contact Richard Morgan, DVRT Specialist, at (732) 350-2120 for more information.
Events
Providence House Domestic Violence Services of Catholic Charities 12th Annual Gift Auction
When: Friday, June 8, 2012
Doors Open: 5:00pm
Auction Begins: 7:30pm
Where: Georgian Court University in the Wellness Center
Raffle tickets on sale now! Only $2 each!
Admission tickets to the event on sale with a $15 donation starting March 1st until sold out!
All proceeds directly benefit free and confidential services to assist victims and their children of domestic abuse.
For more information about the event, click here or call Marcia Fishkin, Community Affairs Coordinator at 732-350-2120.
For information on donating items, click here .
For sponsorship opportunities, click here .
Helpful Links to Resources:
www.njcbw.org New Jersey Coalition of Battered Women
www.nnedv.org National Network to End Domestic Violence
www.ndvh.org National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.ncadv.org National Coalition Against Domestic Violence