YWCA Domestic Violence Intervention & Prevention Program

Hotline
Do you need help? Call the hotline at:
765-423-1118 
-or-
888-345-1118 (toll free)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION regarding 9-1-1 cell phones

Volunteer Opportunities

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Events:
The Clothesline Project and Proclamation - October 1
How to Support Victims and Survivors of Domestic Abuse- October 13
Candlelight Vigil, March and Film "Sin by Silence"- October 15
Domestic Violence Luncheon - October 19



Program Features
You are not alone. We're here to help! The YWCA Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention Program can provide support and services in a variety of ways. Services include:

• Safe, confidential emergency shelter for women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. The shelter operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Donate items to the women's shelter.
  
• Hotline at 765-423-1118 or 888-345-1118 (toll free). Collect calls are accepted. The hotline operates 24 hours a days, seven days a week.
  
• Protective orders
  
• Legal advocacy such as attorney referrals and emotional support during proceedings and appointments
  
• Free 9-1-1 cell phones for people who use DVIPP services. The phones can provide quick access to police protection for people who are dealing with harassment, stalking, or domestic violence. If you received an analog cell phone, please visit the DVIPP offices to exchange it for a digital cell phone. Read more.
  
• Spanish-speaking staff. Groups can be conducted and services can be provided in Spanish.
  
• Support groups and classes, including a parenting program.
  
• Choices - anger management for women
  
• Resources provided (with continuous case management) to help women find employment, housing, financial resources, childcare, counseling, etc., in order to become self-sufficient.
  
• Child advocacy and child abuse prevention education
  
• Educational presentations for adults, teens, children, schools and groups.
  
• Services to a six-county area: Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Tippecanoe, Warren and White.
  
• Volunteer opportunities. Interested in volunteering? Print a volunteer application and drop it off or mail it to: YWCA Domestic Violence Intervention & Prevention Program, 605 N. 6th Street, Lafayette IN 47901.
   

Other Resources: 

• PetSafe: Don't let concern for pets prevent you from seeking safe shelter. Learn about PetSafe, operated by the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine.
  
• Links