Educate, Support, Empower

Our Mission: The Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County (DVRCSC) is a nonprofit agency that works toward a future free of violence, and to build a community in which each individual shares the responsibility to create a culture of safety and personal dignity.

We work collaboratively to offer safety, support, advocacy, education and a network of services to the residents of Washington County. The DVRCSC is dedicated to both preventing and responding to domestic violence by working to change the social conditions, beliefs, and social actions that perpetuate abuse.

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Programs

DVRC provides a comprehensive range of services for victims of domestic violence and their children, including a confidential Safe Home, Transitional Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing units, a Helpline & Drop-In Center, Support Groups, One-on-One Counseling and Court Advocacy.

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How To Help

Volunteers are an integral part of our team, and help in a variety of ways through time, talent or treasure. Opportunities include work within our Drop-In Center, hosting an event, or making a gift, which directly impacts the clients we serve.

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All of our services – residential, counseling, court advocacy – are provided free of charge to all of our clients regardless of their financial situation. Your gift allows us to continue this life-saving work by directly assisting clients and their children who are experiencing domestic violence.

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Who We Are

The Domestic Violence Resource Center (DVRC) of South County is a Trauma-Informed Agency whose main focus is to help victims of domestic violence break the cycle of abuse in their lives. Each department, Advocacy, Case Management, and Counseling are all here to provide resources, guidance, and support to help victims get to safety, become independent, and heal.

The DVRC is working to change the social norms that contribute to the continuance of violence. Our goal is to help a victim break the cycle of violence and heal in order to have healthy relationships in the future.

All services at the DVRC of South County are free, confidential, and always handled by trained professionals.

Programs & Resources

Help Line

Help Line

The help line is available to assist you 24/7
800.494.8100

Office help line Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
401.782.3990

Court Advocacy

Court Advocacy

DVRC Court Office at the McGrath Judicial Center (Washington County) is open for drop-ins, calls, and appointments from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. DVRC court staff is available either for walk-ins or by appointment for restraining orders by calling the court office at 401.782.4174 or 401-782-3990 during these hours.

Residential

Residential

Safe Home, Transitional Housing, & Permanent Supportive Housing.

​If you are in need of emergency shelter due to domestic violence, please contact us.

401.782.3990

Support Groups

Support Groups

Support groups are held virtually and in person. Call 401.782.3990 or email info@dvrcsc.org for more information.

Our Mission

The Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County (DVRCSC) is a nonprofit agency that works toward a future free of violence, and to build a community in which each individual shares the responsibility to create a culture of safety and personal dignity.

We work collaboratively to offer safety, support, advocacy, education and a network of services to the residents of Washington County. The DVRCSC is dedicated to both preventing and responding to domestic violence by working to change the social conditions, beliefs, and social actions that perpetuate abuse.

Safety Planning

WHAT IS A SAFETY PLAN?
A safety plan is a set of actions that can help lower your risk of being hurt by your partner. It includes information specific to you and your life that will increase your safety at school, home, and other places that you go on a daily basis.

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