Have you or anyone you have known experienced…

• Physical Violence: including hitting, pushing, hair-pulling, slapping, biting or any other acts of physical mistreatment.
• Emotional Violence: including name calling, verbal threats, attempts at control, neglect or any other acts that make you feel devalued or worthless.
• Sexual Violence: involving any unwanted sexual contact, sexual pressuring, sexual threats or forced sexual relations.   

One in every three women, or up to one billion women,
have been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise
abused in their lifetimes.   

WE CAN HELP!    

The YWCA of Northwest Georgia wants you to know...abuse is never your fault! Nothing in the way you act, dress or speak causes violent behavior. No one has the right to abuse you! It is a problem that knows no social boundaries or class distinction. Let us help you take steps to protect yourself.

CRISIS HOTLINE  770-427-3390  or hotline@ywcanwga.com
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

24-Hour Crisis Line
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, advocates are available to provide information and make referrals for services and programs.

Counseling and Support Groups                                            
Free counseling is offered to victims and their family members. There is no limit to the number of counseling sessions a client may receive.  

Domestic Violence Shelter
Sheltering Hands is a 32-bed group living facility offering a safe place for women and children who have suffered domestic violence. Client centered Case Management Services are provided.

Sexual Assault Program
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) provide medical forensic examinations for victims of sexual assault. Specialized trained advocates work with victims of sexual abuse 13 years and older. Call 911 to activate the SANE program at WellStar Windy Hill Hospital, Kennestone and South Cobb emergency rooms. Clients are accompanied to medical and legal appointments and other services as needed. 

Transitional Housing
Transitional housing is offered for up to 24 months for qualified clients. The focus is on economic empowerment to move clients toward sustainability for independent permanent housing.

Legal Advocacy
Our Legal Advocate at the Cobb County Court House answers questions concerning victims rights, filing and completing a Temporary Protective Order (TPO) and accompanying clients to court proceedings as needed.

TANF Assessor
The YWCA TANF Assessor located at the Cobb County Department of Family & Children Services conducts domestic violence assessments on clients seeking services. If domestic violence is present, the YWCA can offer safety planning, assistance with TPO’s and other resources. 

Community Outreach & Education
We provide consultation, in-service training or informational presentations and outreach to various groups, including law enforcement agencies, parent groups, civic groups, educators, healthcare professionals and religious organizations. 

Other Resources
Cobb County Government provides information about domestic violence on the following web sites:

Cobb County Judicial Information - http://cobbcountyga.gov/judicial/
Cobb County Police Department Crimes Against Persons - http://police.cobbcountyga.gov/crime-against-persons.htm
Cobb County Police Department Stalking and Domestic Violence - http://police.cobbcountyga.gov/stalking.htm