DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTERS
 

In some cases, victims of domestic violence may decide not to seek intervention through the Criminal Justice System, nor desire to file a protective order. Or s/he may feel that a ‘no contact’ order or protective order will not be sufficient within itself to stop the violence. Or, s/he may feel in heightened danger once charges have been filed or a protective order served. If s/he feels that his/her safety is in danger, s/he may want to contact a domestic violence shelter. Individuals at the shelter can help victims designed a safety plan for home and work, or arrange for the victim and his/her children to stay at the shelter for a period of time.  In addition, Domestic Violence organizations also often help with financial issues and offer counseling for domestic violence victims and their children.  Finally, some shelters offer child visitation or exchange centers.  In York County and Poquoson, Avalon offers this service.  For more information, contact Avalon at (757) 258-5051 or Transitions at (757) 723-7774.