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National Domestic Abuse in Later Life Resource Directory

This directory includes organizations providing services related to domestic violence in later life.
Last update: December 2007

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• Complete National Domestic Abuse in Later Life Resource Directory (124 pages - includes all the below appendices)
  
  
• Nationwide Resources
• State Domestic Violence Coalitions
• State Sexual Assault Coalitions
• State Adult Protective Services Offices
• Elder Shelters
• Support Groups tailored to older women
• OVW Elder Abuse Training Grantees

STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(334) 832-4842
www.acadv.org

Alabama Coalition Against Rape
(334) 264-0123
www.acar.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 458-7214

Alabama Department of Human Resources
(334) 242-1350

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Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(907) 586-3650
www.andvsa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 478-9996
(907) 269-3666 (Outside Alaska)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 730-6393
(907) 334-4483 (Outside Alaska)

Alaska Adult Protective Services
(907) 269-3666

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American Samoa Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
(684) 258-2892

Department of Youth and Women's Affairs
(684) 633-2836

The Department of Youth and Women's Affairs was established by the Tauese and Togiola Administration to nurture the promotion of unity, equity and equality of youths and women in search of their interests, needs and development in the territory.

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Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(602) 279-2900
(602) 279-7270 (TTY)
(800) 782-6400 (Tollfree)
www.azcadv.org

Arizona Sexual Assault Network
(602) 277-0119
(888) 977-0119 (Tollfree)
www.azsan.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(877) 767-2385
(877) 815-8390 (TTD)

Arizona DES/Adult Protective Services
(602) 542-6459

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Phoenix
DOVES Program
1366 East Thomas Road, Suite 108
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(888) 264-2258 (Business Line)
(602) 264-4357(Senior Helpline)
www.dovesprogram.org

The domestic older victims empowerment and safety (DOVES) program provides direct services to victims 50 years of age and older. A senior helpline is available to direct older victims to the appropriate services and advocates.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Emergency Housing
• Transitional Housing
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Tucson
Administration of Resources and Choices (ARC)
3003 S Country Club Road, Suite 215
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 327-2665

The Administration of Resources and Choices (ARC) provides direct services to older victims in Pima County. The ARC administers several programs including The Reverse Mortgage Program, The Elder Shelter Project and the Later Life Domestic Violence Program.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• Emergency Housing
• Therapeutic counseling
• Transitional Housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(501) 907-5612
(800) 269-4668 (Tollfree)
www.domesticpeace.com

Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(479) 527-0900
(866) 63-ACASA (Tollfree)
www.acasa.ws

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 332-4443
(800) 482-8049 (Outside Arkansas)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC facility
(800) 582-4887
(501) 682-8425 (Pulaski County)

Arkansas Adult Protective Services
(501) 682-8519
aradultprotection.com

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California Partnership to End Domestic Violence
(916) 444-7163
(800) 524-4765 (Tollfree)
www.cpedv.org

CALCASA Rape Prevention Resource Center
(916) 446-2520
(916) 372-2272 (Tollfree)
www.calcasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(888) 436-3600 (In state)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 231-4024

California Department of Social Services
(916) 229-4000

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Irvine
Human Options, Inc
PO Box 53745
Irvine, CA 92619
(949) 737-5242
www.humanoptions.org

The mission of Human Options, a domestic violence program, is to help battered women, their families and the community break the cycle of domestic violence by providing emergency shelter, transitional shelter, crisis and trauma counseling, legal advocacy, batterer's intervention, elder abuse intervention and preventions services.

Direct Services to older victims:
• Emergency housing
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

San Francisco
Institute on Aging
3330 Geary Blvd, 2nd Floor West
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 750-4111
www.ioaging.org

The Elder Services Program at The Institute on Aging is a community-based, non-profit organization that works to enhance the lives of seniors as they age by keeping them active, healthy and engaged. Their core mission is to provide supportive services to help seniors stay in their homes and in the community. These include geriatric assessment, case management, home care, and our Adult Day Health Center.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

San Jose
Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence
234 E Gish Road, Suite 200
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 501-7575
www.nextdoor.org

Next Door is a multi-cultural organization that provides services for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence and its effects by providing crisis and group counseling, programs specific to older survivors of domestic violence, and community education while advocating for societal changes leading to the eradication of domestic violence.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Peer counseling
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Emergency housing
• Transitional housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(303) 831-9632
www.ccadv.org

Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(303) 861-7033
www.ccasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 773-1366

Colorado Department of Human Services
(303) 866-2800

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Boulder
Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence (SPAN)
835 North Street
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 449-8623
(303) 444-2424 (Hotline)
www.safehousealliance.org

Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence is a direct service domestic violence agency committed to ending violence through support, advocacy, education and community organizing. A bilingual Spanish speaking elder advocate is on staff to meet the needs of older victims. Staff also participates on the Boulder County Adult Protection Review Team.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling

Longmont
Longmont Senior Center
910 Longs Peak Avenue
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 651-8411

The Longmont Senior Center offers a variety of activities for older adults. The “Touching your HeART” support group meets once per month at the senior center and provides art therapy for older victims 50 years of age and above who have been in or are currently in a controlling relationship. “Grandparents Raising Grandkids” is another support group provided at the senior center and meets monthly. The “Rainbow Elders of Boulder County” is a social and support group for 55+ gay, lesbian and transgender people that meets every month.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support groups for victims 50 years of age and older

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Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(860) 282-7899
(800) 281-1481 (Tollfree)
(888)774-2900 (Statewide Hotline)
www.ctcadv.org

Connecticut Sexual Assault Crisis Services (CONNSACS)
(860) 282-9881(Voice/TTY)
(888) 999-5545 (Hotline)
(888) 568-8332 (Spanish Hotline)
www.connsacs.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(860) 424-5241 (In State)
Infoline at 211 (After hours)

Connecticut Department of Social Services
Bureau of Aging, Community and Social Work Services
(860) 424-5964

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Ansonia
The Umbrella/Birmingham Group Health Services
435 East Main Street
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-2601
www.bghealth.org

The Umbrella program provides supportive services for victims of domestic violence. Services include a walk-in crisis center, community education and outreach, court-based services, Latino outreach, and a virtual shelter for the elderly victims of domestic violence.

Direct services for older victims:
• Emergency housing
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Safety planning and advocacy with outside systems

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Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(302) 658-2958
(800) 701-0456 (Statewide)
www.dcadv.org

CONTACT Delaware, Inc. (Sexual Assault Services)
(302) 761-9800
www.contactdelaware.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 223-9074

Delaware Division of Social Services for Aging
(302) 424-7310

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Wilmington
Delaware Center for Justice
100 West 10th Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 654-9512 Ext. 12

Project Target assists women 50 years old and above who are victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. All services are free and confidential.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

D.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(202) 299-1181
www.dccadv.org

D.C. Rape Crisis Center
(202) 232-0789
(202) 328-1371 (TTY)
(202) 333-7273 (Hotline)
www.dcrcc.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(202) 541-3950

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC facility
(202) 434-2140

District of Columbia Dept. of Human Services
(202) 541-3957

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Washington, DC
Dwelling Place Shelter for Abused Elderly
2812 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 583-7602
www.some.org/p_tra_senior.html

The Dwelling Place shelter is available to abused, neglected, exploited and displaced adults aged 60 and over in the District of Columbia.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• System advocacy
• Emergency housing
• Transitional housing
• Therapeutic counseling

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Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(850) 425-2749
(800) 621-4202 (TTY Hotline)
(800) 500-1119 (Statewide Hotline)
www.fcadv.org

Florida Council Against Sexual Assault
(850) 297-2000
www.fcasv.org

The FCASV wrote a curriculum for training law enforcement about sexual violence entitled Elder Sexual Abuse: The Hidden Victim.

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 962-2873
(800) 453-5145 (TDD/TTY)

Florida Department of Children & Families-APS
(850) 487-1111

Florida Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 500-1119
(800) 621-4202 (TTY)

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Jacksonville
Women's Center of Jacksonville, Stop Violence Against Elders (SVAE)
(904) 722-3000
www.womenscenterofjax.org

Stop Violence Against Elders (SVAE), a special project of the Rape Recovery Team, is a collaboration between the Women's Center of Jacksonville and Hubbard House, providing innovative training and education to professionals in the fields of law enforcement, criminal justice, victim services, elder-care facilities, and elder-serving agencies. An elder advocate is also available for counseling.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling

St. Petersburg
Community Action Stops Abuse (CASA)
(727) 895-4912
www.casa-stpete.org

Community Action Stops Abuse is a domestic violence program that has an elder advocate available to offer individual counseling and support services.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• Emergency housing
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling

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Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(404) 209-0280 (V and TTY)
(800) 334-2836 (Hotline)
www.gcadv.org

Georgia Network to End Sexual Assault
(404) 815-5261
www.gnesa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(888) 774-0152
(404) 657-5250 (Metro-Atlanta)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 878-6442

Georgia Division of Aging Services/APS
(404) 657-3421

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Guam Healing Hearts Crisis Center
(671) 647-5351
(800) 711-4826
(888) 778-7091
www.pmcguam.com/news/healhart.htm

Elder Abuse Hotline
(671) 475-0268
(671) 646-4455 (After Hours/Weekends)

Guam Department of Public Health & Social Services
(671) 735-7101

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Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(808) 832-9316
www.hscadv.org

Hawaii Coalition Against Sexual Assault
808-733-9038

Elder Abuse Hotline
Oahu (808) 832-5115
Maui, Molokai & Lanai (808) 243-5151
Kauai (808) 241-3432
East Hawaii (808) 933-8820
West Hawaii (808) 327-6280

Hawaii Department of Human Services
(808) 586-5560
www.state.hi.us/dhs/

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Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence
(208) 384-0419
(888) 293-6118 (Tollfree)
www.idvsa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(877) 471-2777

Idaho Commission on Aging
(208) 334-3833
(877) 471-2777

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Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(217) 789-2830
(217) 241-0376 (TTY)
www.ilcadv.org

Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(217) 753-4117
www.icasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(866) 800-1409
(800) 544-5304 (TTY)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 252-4343
(800) 547-0466 (TTY)
(800) 279-0400 (After hours)
(217) 524-6911 (Outside Illinois)
(217) 785-0321 (Outside Illinois)

Illinois Department on Aging
(217) 785-1566

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Olney
Stopping Woman Abuse Now (SWAN)
1114 South West Street
Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3556

SWAN provides direct services to domestic violence victims. It is also the elder abuse provider agency for services as well as the provider agency for the ombudsman program.

Direct services for older victims:
•Legal advocacy Support services
•System advocacy Emergency housing
•24-hour help or crisis line Transitional housing

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Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Inc.
(317) 917-3685
(800) 583-3393 (Tollfree)
(800) 332-7385 (Hotline)
www.violenceresource.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 992-6978
(800) 545-7763 ext. 20135 (Outside Indiana)

Indiana Adult Protective Services - Division on Aging
(317) 232-0135
www.in.gov

Indiana Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(317) 423-0233
www.incasa.org

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Valparaiso
The Caring Place (219) 464-2128
3107 Cascade Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(800) 933-0466 (Tollfree)

The Caring Place provides free services to victims of abuse and sexual assault, including seniors who are victimized by their partner, family caregiver or others. An elder advocate is available to assist older victims and also facilitates the support group.

Direct services for older victims:
• 24-hour help or crisis line Emergency housing
• System advocacy Therapeutic counseling
• Support services Support group specifically designed for older victims

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Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(515) 244-8028
(800) 942-0333 (Hotline)
www.icadv.org

Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(515) 244-7424
(800) 284-7821 (Hotline)
www.iowacasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 362-2178

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(877) 686-0027

Iowa Department of Human Services
(515) 242-6021
www.dhs.state.ia.us

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Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence
(785) 232-9784 (V and TTY)
www.kcsdv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 922-5330
(785) 296-0044 (Outside Kansas)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(877) 662-8362
(785) 296-3017 (Outside Kansas)

Kansas Department of Social & Rehabilitation Services, SRS Economic & Employment Support
(785) 368-8105
(785) 296-1491 (TTY)
www.srskansas.org

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Kentucky Domestic Violence Association
(502) 209-5382
www.kdva.org

Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs (KASAP)
(502) 226-2704
www.kasap.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
800) 752-6200
(800) 372-2991

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 627-4702 (TTY)

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
(502) 564-7043

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Covington
Women's Crisis Center (WCC)
835 Madison Avenue
Covington, KY 41011
(859) 491-3335
www.wccky.org

The Women's Crisis Center provides services to older adults who are domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. An elder advocate is available to provide education and services to older adults. In addition, a case manager assists clients with housing, IDA and job searches.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Therapeutic counseling
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support services
• Emergency housing

Louisville
ElderServe, Inc.
411 East Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 587-8673
(800) 589-4313 hotline
www.elderserveinc.org

VOCA Program assists seniors 60 and over who are victims of Elder Abuse, Rape-Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Financial Exploitation, Robbery and Fraud. An elder advocate is available to meet and provide services, such as transportation, financial assistance, immediate housing, personal advocacy and court advocacy. Program offers an Emergency Crisis Response Team, providing immediate housing due to elder abuse/domestic violence/sexual assault including the assistance of a homecare specialist to provide non-medical care for the senior. Program also offers an Emergency Protective Order service providing access to the courts from the home of a disabled/homebound medically fragile senior.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support services
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(225) 752-1296
(888) 411-1333 (Statewide Hotline)
www.lcadv.org

Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault
(985) 345-5995
(888) 995-7273 (Tollfree)
www.lafasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 259-4990
(225) 342-9722 (Outside Louisiana)

Louisiana Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
(225) 342-9722

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Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence
(207) 941-1194
(866) 834-HELP (Statewide Hotline)
www.mcedv.org

Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(207) 626-0034
(800) 871-7741 (Statewide Hotline)
(888) 458-5599 (TTY)
www.mecasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 624-8404
(800) 624-8404 (TTY)

Maine DHHS/Office of Elder Services
(207) 287-9205

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Portland
Family Crisis Services
PO Box 704
Portland, ME 04104
(207) 767-4952
www.familycrisis.org

Family Crisis Services is a domestic violence project which serves victims and survivors in Cumberland and Sagadahoc Counties. Programs include Elder Outreach with a designated elder advocate.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy 24-hour help or crisis line
• System advocacy
• Peer counseling
• Support services
• Transitional housing
• Emergency housing

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Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence
(301) 352-4574
(800) MD-HELPS (Hotline)
www.mnadv.org

The network developed a curriculum for training and a brochure on older victims of domestic violence.

Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(410) 974-4507
(800) 983-RAPE (Hotline)
www.mcasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 917-7383
(800) 677-1116 (Outside Maryland)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 917-7383
(410) 767-1091 (Outside Maryland)

Maryland Department of Human Services
Office of Adult Services
(410) 767-7569

SPECIALIZED SERVICES

Baltimore
The Pro Bono Counseling Project
131 W Quadrangle
2 Hamill Road
Baltimore, MD 21210
(877) 323-5800
www.probonocounseling.org

The elderly and underserved program reaches out to the elderly in Baltimore City and County, Carroll and Prince George’s Counties to provide therapy for those who are experiencing depression, particularly caused by transition or victimization from crimes, domestic violence and/or financial exploitation, who are over 50 years old and who are without supplementary insurance or Medicare.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• System advocacy

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Jane Doe Incorporated (Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence)
(617) 248-0922
(617) 263-2200 (TTY/TTD)
www.janedoe.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
800) 922-2275 (Voice/TTY)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 243-4636
(877) 610-0241 (TDD/TTY)

Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
(617) 222-7464

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Lawrence
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc.
360 Merrimack Street, Building #5
Lawrence, MA 01843
(800) 892-0890
www.esmv.org

Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc. has a crisis intervention team, an elder law unit, and emergency shelter that are available to victims 60 years of age and above.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Transitional housing
• System advocacy
• Emergency housing
• Support services

Lynn
Greater Lynn Senior Services, Inc.
8 Silsbee Street
Lynn, MA 01901
(781) 586-8668
www.glss.net

Greater Lynn Senior Services provides a wide range of social services to help older victims and survivors live fuller, more independent lives, safely and with dignity. A domestic violence specialist is on staff to assist older victims of abuse.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Therapeutic counseling
• System advocacy
• Transitional housing
• Support services
• Emergency housing
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specificallydesigned for older victims
• Peer counseling

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
(517) 347-7000
(517) 381-8470 (TTY)
www.mcadsv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 996-6228

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 882-6006

Michigan Department of Human Services
(517) 335-0007
www.michigan.gov/fia

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Holland
Center for Women in Transition
411 Butternut Drive
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 392-2829
www.aplaceforwomen.org

The Center for Women in Transition provides specialized services to older victims of domestic violence. There are three different support groups available to women over 50 years old: A domestic violence education and support group, women alone over 50 group, and a life skills exploring self-empowerment group.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Transitional housing
• System advocacy
• Emergency housing
•Support services
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
•24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

ElderCare Rights Alliance
(952) 854-7304 ext. 224
(800) 893-4055
Statewide organization that provides services and information for elders and people with disabilities receiving long-term care, including advocacy to assist people in securing needed care. Program promotes nursing home Residents' Rights and provides guidance to family and friend caregivers seeking knowledge about rights, responsibilities, and resources within the long-term care system.

Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women
(651) 646-6177
(800) 289-6177
(651) 646-1128 (TTY)
(866) 223-1111 (Statewide Hotline)
www.mcbw.org

Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(612) 313-2797
(800) 964-8847 (Tollfree)
www.mncasa.org

Minnesota Network on Abuse in Later Life (MNALL)
(651) 636-5311

MNALL is the state clearinghouse on abuse in later life that works cooperatively with all organizations and individuals in Minnesota who provide services to seniors to form community partnerships that identify domestic/sexual abuse in later life and advocate for, refer and support victims.

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 333-2433
(800) 627-3529 (TTD & TTY)

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Bloomington
Cornerstone
1000 E 80th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420
(952) 884-0376

Cornerstone provides a wide variety of services including shelter for domestic violence victims. Specialized services for older women include several age-specific support groups.
Direct services for older victims:

• Legal advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• System advocacy
• Transitional housing
• Support services
• Emergency housing
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

St. Paul
St. Paul Domestic Abuse Intervention Project
1509 Marshall Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 645-2824

The St. Paul Domestic Abuse Intervention Project is a community-based program providing specialized direct services to older victims in addition to public education and training for professionals. An elder advocate is available to assist older clients.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Therapeutic counseling


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Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(601) 981-9196
www.mcadv.org

Mississippi Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(601) 948-0555
(888) 987-9011 (Tollfree)
www.mscasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 222-8000
(601) 359-4991 (Outside Mississippi)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 227-7308
(601) 359-4991 (Outside Mississippi)

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Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(573) 634-4161
www.mocadv.org

Missouri Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(573) 636-8776
(877) 766-2272 (Tollfree)
www.mocasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 392-0210

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
(573) 526-3246

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

St. Louis
Life Source Consultants
119 Church Street - Suite 219
St. Louis, MO 63135
(314) 524-4130
www.lifesourceconsultants.org

Life Source Consultants provides support services for victims of domestic violence and limited services for victims of sexual assault. There are specialized programs for African American women and women over age 50.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Peer counseling
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Montana Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(406) 443-7794
(888) 404-7794 (Tollfree)
www.mcadsv.com

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 551-3191
(406) 444-4077 (Outside Montana)

Montana Adult Protective Services
Department of Public Health & Human Services
(406) 444-9810

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition
(402) 476-6256
ndvsac.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 652-1999
(402) 595-1324 (Outside Nebraska)

Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
(402) 471-9190

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence
(775) 828-1115
(800) 500-1556 (Statewide)
www.nnadv.org

Nevada Coalition Against Sexual Violence
(702) 384-1005
www.ncasv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 992-5757 (In state)
(775) 687-4210 (Carson City Area)
(775) 688-2964 (Reno Area)
(775) 738-1966 (Elko Area)
(702) 486-3545 (Las Vegas Area)

Nevada Department of Human Resources
Division for Aging Services
(775) 688-2964 ext. 249

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
(603) 224-8893
(866) 644-3574 (Statewide Hotline)
www.nhcadsv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 351-1888

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 442-5640

New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly & Adult Services
(603) 271-4409

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women
(609) 584-8107
(800) 572-7233 (Statewide Hotline)
www.njcbw.org

New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(609) 631-4450
(800) 601-7200 (Tollfree/Hotline)
www.njcasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 792-8820
(609) 943-3473 (Outside New Jersey)

New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services
(609) 530-7450
www.state.nj.us/health

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Whiting
Providence House of Catholic Charities
PO Box 414
Whiting, NJ 08759
(732) 350-2120
www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org

Project Reach is an innovative program that provides comprehensive assistance victims of domestic abuse who are over 50. In addition, they provide case management, safety planning, food baskets and clothing for those in need. Project Reach seeks to help seniors live independently and with dignity.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• Safehouse/shelter
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(505) 246-9240
(800) 773-3645 (Statewide Hotline)
www.nmcadv.org
Materials and trainings have been developed on the intersection of domestic abuse and elder abuse.

New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs, Inc.
(505) 883-8020
(888) 883-8020 (Tollfree)
www.swcp.com/nmcsaas

Elder Abuse Hotline
(866) 654-3219
(505) 841-6100 (in Albuquerque)

New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department
(505) 476-4708

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(518) 482-5465
Hotlines:
(800) 942-6906 / (800) 818-0656 TTY (Tollfree English)
(800) 942-6908 / (800) 780-7660 TTY (Tollfree Spanish)
www.nyscadv.org

New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(518) 482-4222
www.nyscasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 342-3009 (Option #6)

Nursing Home Complaints
(888) 201-4563

New York State Office of Children & Family Services
(800) 342-3009 (Dial 6)

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Buffalo
Crisis Services
2969 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 834-3131
www.crisisservices.org

Crisis Services is a direct service, non-residential program serving domestic violence and sexual assault victims 60 years of age and older in Erie County. An elder advocate is available to work with older victims. Shelter needs are coordinated with partner agencies.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling

Glenn Falls
Catholic Charities-Domestic Violence Project
35 Broad Street
Glenn Falls, NY 12801
(518) 587-5000

The Elder Abuse Prevention Project is part of the domestic violence project of Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. The project provides training for professionals as well as public education focusing on older victims of abuse. Direct services are also provided.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services

Hauppauge
VIBS (Victims Information Bureau of Suffolk)
PO Box 5483
Hauppauge, NY 11788-5483
(631) 360-3606
www.vibs.org

VIBS is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency that provides an elder abuse program, domestic violence and substance abuse program, long-term sexual assault survivors program, and a community education program. HALT, a program for batterers who abuse their partners, meets at another location. Volunteers serve in the speakers bureau and in the emergency room companion program.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Riverdale
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center
Hebrew Home for the Aged at Riverdale
5901 Palisade Avenue
Riverdale, NY 10471
(800) 567-3646
www.hebrewhome.org

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center is a comprehensive community resource that serves Bronx, Manhattan and Westchester Counties. The three areas of focus are prevention, intervention and research. The Weinberg Center provides training to professionals and provides direct services to seniors who are 60 years of age or older. The Weinberg House shelter sponsors seminars to educate law enforcement and others in regular contact with seniors such as; doorman, bank tellers, and beauticians about how to recognize and report abuse. Research findings are disseminated through written materials, presentations and trainings.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• Emergency housing
• Transitional housing
• Therapeutic counseling

Rochester
Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc.
1900 S Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
(585) 244-8400
www.lifespan-roch.org

The Elder Abuse Prevention Program has a staff of five advocates who provide case management, respite services, and referral services to older victims of domestic violence and their families. Public education and training to professionals in the 10 county Finger Lakes area is also provided.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling

Staten Island
Community Agency for Senior Citizens
56 Bay Street
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 981-6226

Community Agency for Senior Citizens provides comprehensive services to older adults on Staten Island. These services include advocates assigned to work specifically to identify and provide services to victims of elder abuse.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Troy
Samaritan Hospital
Sexual Assault Care Center
Crime Victims Assistance Program
2215 Burdett Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 271-3445
(518) 271-3257(Hotline)

The Senior Crime Victim Program provides assistance and support to older victims who have been physically, sexually and/or emotionally abused. The Senior Crime Victim Program also participates on a multi-disciplinary team called Triad which assesses the needs and concerns of senior citizens and strives to reduce victimization of the elderly. Services are free and confidential.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• System advocacy
• Therapeutic counseling

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(919) 956-9124
(888) 232-9124 (Tollfree)
www.nccadv.org

North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(919) 870-8881
(888) 737-CASA (Tollfree)
www.nccasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 662-7030 (In state)

North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services-Division of Aging & Adult Services
(919) 733-3983

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Chapel Hill
UNC Hospitals Beacon Program
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 966-9314
www.med.unc.edu/beacon

UNC Hospitals Beacon Child and Family Program provides comprehensive, coordinated care to UNC Healthcare System's patients and families experiencing a variety of family violence. It includes services for victims of domestic abuse, and the elderly. Any patient who has experienced fear, physical danger, threats, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, or other violence is eligible.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Emergency housing

Greenville
Family Violence Program, Inc. of Pitt County
PO Box 8429
Greenville, NC 27835
(252) 758-4400
www.pittfvp.org

The Family Violence Program provides direct services tailored to older victims of domestic violence. An elder advocate is available to address their specific needs.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Rocky Mount
My Sister's House
PO Box 7665
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
(252) 462-0366
www.mysistershousenc.org

My Sister’s House provides comprehensive services to clients who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, support and education. They provide services for Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Emergency housing

Waynesville
REACH of Haywood County
PO Box 206
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-7898
www.reachofhaywood.com

REACH serves the needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse in Haywood County through resources, education, advocacy, counseling and housing.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Emergency housing

Wentworth
Help, Inc.
PO Box 16
Wentworth, NC 27375
(336) 951-4410

Help, Inc. Center Against Violence is a non-profit organization committed to assisting victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault, across the life-span. Their mission is to empower survivors of violence to transcend from abusive environments to live independently, abuse free.

Direct services for older victims:
• Case management
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Peer counseling
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Emergency housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

North Dakota Council on Abused Women's Services
(701) 255-6240

Coalition Against Sexual Assault in North Dakota
(888) 255-6240 (Tollfree)
www.ndcaws.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 451-8693

North Dakota Department of Human Services
Aging Services Division
(701) 328-4613
(701) 328-3480 (TTY)

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Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN)
(614) 781-9651
(800) 934-9840 (Statewide Hotline)
www.odvn.org

ACTION OHIO Coalition for Battered Women
(614) 221-1255
(888) 622-9315 (Tollfree)
www.actionohio.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(866) 635-3748
(800) 677-1116 (Outside Ohio)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LYC Facility
(800) 342-0533
(614) 752-6490 (TDD)

Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Bureau of Family Services-APS Unit
(614) 466-9274

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Cleveland
Cleveland Catholic Charities
7800 Detroit Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 939 3703
Clevelandcatholicchariites.org

Cleveland Catholic Charities provides community based services, including older adult
services. Service is provided in an eight county area of northeast Ohio.

Direct services for older victims:
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(405) 524-0700
(800) 522-7233 (Statewide Hotline)
www.ocadvsa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 522-3511

Oklahoma Department of Human Services - Adult Protective Services
(405) 522-3067
www.okdhs.org/aps

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Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
(503) 230-1951
www.ocadsv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 232-3020
(503) 945-5811 (Voice/TTY) (Outside Oregon)

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 522-2602
(503) 378-6533 (Outside Oregon)

Oregon Department of Human Services
Seniors & People with Disabilities
(503) 945-5884
(800) 282-8096 (TTY)
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Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV)
(717) 545-6400
(800) 553-2508 (TTY)
(800) 932-4632 (Tollfree)
www.pcadv.org

Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR)
(717) 728-9740
(800) 692-7445 (Tollfree)
(877) 585-1091 (TTY)
(888) 772-PCAR (Info. & Referral)
www.pcar.org

PCAR staff created a curriculum on elder sexual assault entitled: “Addressing Elder Sexual Abuse: Developing a Community Response” which can be found at:
http://www.aging.state.pa.us/aging/cwp/view.asp?a=541&q=252220

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 490-8505

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 254-5164

Pennsylvania Department of Aging
(717) 783-6207

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Coordinadora Paz para la Mujer, Inc
(787) 281-7579
P.O. Box 193008
Rio Piedras
San Juan, PR 00919-3008
www.pazparalamujer.org

The Center for Assistance to Victims of Rape
El Centro a Ayuda Víctimas de Violación (CAVV)
(787) 765-2285
(800) 981-5721 (Tollfree)

Elder Abuse Hotline
(787) 721-5710

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(401) 467-9940
(800) 494-8100 (Statewide Hotline)
www.ricadv.org

Day One (Sexual Assault Coalition)
(401) 421-4100
www.dayoneri.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(401) 462-0550

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(401) 785-3340 (In state)

Rhode Island Department of Elderly Affairs
(401) 462-3000

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Providence
Sojourner House
386 Smith Street
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 861-6191
www.sojourner-house.org

Sojourner House is a domestic violence program with an ESAP (Elderly Safety and Abuse Prevention) program that focuses on the needs of women age 55 and older. An elder advocate is available to meet with older victims.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Emergency housing
• Therapeutic counseling

Warwick
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center
PO Box 9476
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 738-9700
(401) 738-1700 (Hotline)
www.ebccenter.org

The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is a full service domestic violence agency that has specialized services for seniors. All services are free of charge.
Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support services
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(803) 256-2900
(800) 260-9293 (Tollfree)
www.sccadvasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
800) 868-9095

South Carolina Department of Social Services
(803) 898-7509

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South Dakota Coalition Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault
(605) 945-0869
(800) 572-9196
www.southdakotacoalition.org

South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault
(605) 731-0041
(800) 670-3989 (Tollfree)
www.sdnafvsa.com

Elder Abuse Hotline
(605) 773-3656

South Dakota Department of Social Services
Adult Services and Aging
(605) 773-3656

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Lemmon
Communities Against Violence and Abuse
PO Box 245
Lemmon, SD
(605) 374-5823

Communities Against Violence and Abuse is a rural program that provides services to older victims of domestic violence/sexual assault and their families. Two elder advocates are available to meet with older clients.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Emergency housing
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

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Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
(615) 386-9406
(800) 289-9018
www.tcadsv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(888) 277-8366

Tennessee Department of Human Services
Adult Protective Services
(615) 313-4784

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Knoxville
Samaritan Place (Catholic Charities of East Tennessee)
3009 Lake Brook Boulevard
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 684-1886
www.samaritanplace.com

Samaritan Place provides the elderly and their families with residential and respite care services. Free adult day care and overnight respite care are offered. The goal is to provide a safe, supervised environment that allows time to assess the functional abilities of the older individual, to arrange for the most appropriate living situation and to put in place the necessary supports being able to return people to the community in the most independent situation possible, with a greatly diminished likelihood of being victimized again.

Direct services for older victims:
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Transitional housing
• Emergency housing

Knoxville
Child and Family Tennessee-Family Crisis Center
901 E Summit Hill Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37915
(865) 637-8000

The Family Crisis Center offers shelter, counseling and services that address the needs of domestic violence victims. An elder advocate is available to work with older victims.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• Emergency housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Texas Council on Family Violence
(512) 794-1133
(800) 525-1978 (Statewide)
www.tcfv.org

Texas Association Against Sexual Assault
(512) 474-7190
www.taasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 252-5400

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 458-9858 (In State)

Texas Adult Protective Services
(512) 438-2586
dfps.state.tx.us

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Utah Domestic Violence Coalition
(801) 521-5544
www.udvc.org

Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(801) 746-0404
(888) 421-1100 (Statewide Hotline)
www.ucasa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 371-7897
(801) 264-7669 (Outside Utah)

Utah Aging & Adult Services
(801) 538-3910
(877) 424-4640 (Tollfree)
www.hsdaas.utah.gov

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Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
(802) 223-1302
(802) 223-1115 (TTY)
www.vtnetwork.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 564-1612
(802) 241-2345 (Outside Vermont)

State of Vermont Adult Protective Services
(802) 241-4305

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Women's Coalition of St. Croix
(340) 773-9272
www.wcstx.com

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 677-1116
(202) 855-1000 (TTY)
No hotline is available for the Virgin Islands. Please call the national elder locator phone number listed directly above.

Virgin Islands Department of Human Services
(340) 774-5265

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
(804) 377-0335
(800) 838-8238 (Tollfree V and TTY)
www.vadv.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(888) 832-3858
(804) 371-0896 (Richmond Area)

Virginia Department of Social Services
(804) 726-7537
www.dss.virginia.gov

SPECALIZED PROGRAMS

Portsmouth
Help and Emergency Response, Inc. (H.E.R. Shelter)
PO Box 2187
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 485-1445

Help and Emergency Response, Inc. is a domestic violence program that has a part-time elder advocate available to meet the needs of older victims 55 years of age and above. Staff created an “Elder Abuse in Later Life curriculum.”

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Therapeutic counseling
• Emergency housing

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Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(206) 389-2515
(206) 389-2900 (TTY)
(800) 886-2880 (Statewide)
www.wscadv.org

Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs
(360) 754-7583
www.wcsap.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(866) 363-4276

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 562-6078

Washington State Department of Social & Health Services
(360) 725-2531
(800) 737-7931 (TDD)

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West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(304) 965-3552
www.wvcadv.org
WVCADV has published materials addressing older victims of domestic violence.

West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services
(304) 366-9500
www.fris.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 352-6513

West Virginia Department of Health & Human Services -Adult Services Policy Unit
(304) 558-7980
www.wvdhhr.org/bcf/

SPECIALIZED RESOURCES

YWCA of Charleston- Shanklin Center for Senior Enrichment
(800) 681-8663 (Crisis line)
1114 Quarrier Street
Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 415-2682

The YWCA of Charleston has a domestic violence program that provides support services to older women. The Shanklin Center provides eight apartments for senior women with disabilities who have been victims of abuse. An activity center and garden area are also located within the Shanklin Center.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Permanent housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(608) 255-0539
www.wcadv.org
Within Wisconsin, the Aging & Disabilities Program Specialist provides technical assistance, training, program development and support to abuse in later life programming and projects.
www.ncall.us
The National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL) operates out of WCADV and provides program development, policy and technical assistance, and training at the national level that addresses the nexus among domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse/neglect.

Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Inc
(608) 257-1516
www.wcasa.org
WCASA staff have created materials on the intersection of elder abuse and domestic violence.

Elder Abuse Hotline
608) 266-2536

Hotline for Abuse in a Nursing Home or LTC Facility
(800) 815-0015
(608) 246-7013 (Outside Wisconsin)

State of Wisconsin DHFS/DDES/BADR
(608) 266-2536
www.dhfs.state.wi.us/APS/index.htm
The Department of Health and Family Services in Wisconsin provides training for professionals, technical assistance, and funding for older battered women's programming.

American Indians Against Abuse (AIAA)
(715) 634-9980
PO Box 1617
Hayward, WI 54843

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS

Antigo
A.V.A.I.L.
PO Box 355
Antigo, WI 54409
(715) 623-5177

A.V.A.I.L. is a domestic violence and sexual assault program that provides outreach, individual counseling, and a support group called "Healthy Respect" specifically tailored to older victims in the surrounding counties. The shelter is accessible to persons with disabilities. Public education and training to professionals is available.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Appleton
Harbor House Domestic Abuse Programs
720 West 5th Street
Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 832-1666

Harbor House is a domestic violence program that provides age specific services to older victims of abuse. An elder advocate works directly with older individuals. Community education is also a key component of this program.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• Emergency shelter
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Eau Claire
Bolton Refuge House, Inc.
PO Box 482
Eau Claire, WI 54702
(715) 834-0628
http://webpages.charter.net/boltonrefugehouse/

Bolton Refuge House, Inc. has an elder advocate on staff to assist older female victims of domestic violence.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Therapeutic counseling

Evansville
WEAVE (Women Ending Abuse Via Empowerment)
(608) 345-5131
WEAVE members facilitate a self-help support group for older battered women 50 years and older. The support group is held in the city of Madison.

Direct services for older victims:
• Support groups specifically designed for victims 50 years and older

Green Bay
Family Services of NE Wisconsin
PO Box 22308
Green Bay, WI 54305
(920) 436-8890

This program serves three counties, Brown, Oconto, and Door counties providing services to victims of sexual violence, their families and friends, free of charge. A diverse staff provides services to persons from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds. Specialized services are designed to meet the needs of older individuals, persons with developmental disabilities and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender victims.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Peer counseling
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims

Golden House of Green Bay
1120 University Avenue
Green Bay, WI 54305
(920) 435-0100
www.goldenhousegb.org

Golden House is a domestic violence program with a range of services including a Hispanic/Spanish speaking program, prevention education and speaking engagements, and specialized programming in later life.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Peer counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Emergency housing

Kenosha
Women and Children's Horizons
(262) 656-3500
2525-63 Street
www.wchkenosha.org

Women and Children's Horizons provides support, education, training, and healing to older victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. A 24-hour crisis response and advocacy to hospitals are also provided. All victim services are free and confidential. Services are provided in English and Spanish.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Peer counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Transitional housing

La Crosse
New Horizons Shelter and Women's Center
PO Box 2031
La Crosse, WI 54602
(608) 791-2600 (Crisis Line)
(888) 231-0066 (Tollfree Crisis Line)
(608) 791-2610 (Business)

New Horizons Shelter and Women's Center provides safety and services to older adults and families who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and harassment so that they can make decisions about their lives in a supportive, nonjudgmental and empowering atmosphere.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Transitional housing
• Emergency housing

Menomonie
The Bridge to Hope
P.O. Box 700
Menomonie, WI 54751
(715) 235-9074
(800) 924-9918 (toll-free)

The Bridge to Hope offers an abuse in later life program that serves individuals ages 50 and over. We have an on staff Abuse in Later Life specialist who provides crisis counseling, support groups and legal advocacy specifically for older victims. The Bridge to Hope also provides an outreach program that serves both Dunn and Pepin counties by educating the public on abuse in later life.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line

Milwaukee
Hmong/American Friendship Association
3824 W Vliet Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 344-6575

The Hmong/American Friendship Association is a community-based, direct-service program serving the Hmong community. An elder advocate is available to provide specialized services. Public education and training for professionals is also provided.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling

Milwaukee Women's Center
PO Box 04009
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 671-6140

The Milwaukee Women’s Center is a direct service organization that provides support and resources on domestic violence in later life. An elder advocate is on staff to work with older victims.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Support services
• Therapeutic counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Emergency housing

Sturgeon Bay
HELP of Door County, Inc.
219 Green Bay Road, Suite 1
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
(920) 743-8785

HELP of Door County, Inc. has an elder advocate on staff that provides support services to victims of domestic violence who are 50 years of age and above. A women’s group called “Women’s Issues” is facilitated once a month at a local senior center. The goal of the group is to provide primary prevention.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Transitional housing
• Emergency housing

Wausau
The Women's Community, Inc.
2801 N 7th Street
Wausau, WI 54403
(715) 842-5663

The Women’s Community, Inc. provides specialized services to those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and unemployment. An elder advocate is available to meet with older victims of domestic violence.

Direct services for older victims:
• Legal advocacy
• System advocacy
• Support services
• 24-hour help or crisis line
• Peer counseling
• Support groups specifically designed for older victims
• Transitional housing
• Emergency housing

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STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
(307) 755-5481
(800) 990-3877 (Hotline)
www.wyomingdvsa.org

Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 457-3659
(307) 777-3602 (Outside Wyoming)
(307) 322-5553 LTC Ombudsman

Wyoming Department of Family Services/ APS
(307) 777-3602
dfsweb.state.wy.us/

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Alianza-National Latino Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence
PO Box 672
Triborough Station
New York, NY 10035
(646) 672-1404
(800) 342-9908
www.dvalianza.org

American Bar Association-Commission on Domestic Violence
740 15th Street, NW 9th Floor
Washington, DC 20005-1022
(202) 662-1000
www.abanet.org

American Domestic Violence Crisis Line
International Hotline for American Women and
Children who are Abused
330 NW 185th Street, Suite 133
Portland, OR 97229
(866) USWOMEN / (866) 879-6636
www.866uswomen.org

Asian & Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic Violence
450 Sutter St #600
San Francisco, CA 94708
(415) 568-3315
www.apiahf.org/apidvinstitute

Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF)
383 Rhode Island Street, Suite 304
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133
(415) 252-8900
(800) 595-4889 (TTY)
www.endabuse.org

Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence (HRC)
Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF)
383 Rhode Island Street, Suite 304
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133
(415) 252-8900
www.endabuse.org

Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
University of Minnesota, School of Social Work
1404 Gortner Avenue
290 Peters Hall
St. Paul, MN 55108-6142
(612) 624-5357
(877) 643-8222 (Tollfree)
www.dvinstitute.org

Mending the Sacred Hoop Technical Assistance Project
National Training Program
202 East Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 722-2781
(888) 305-1650 (Tollfree)
www.msh-ta.org

National Center on Full Faith and Credit
1901 N Fort Myer Drive, Suite 1011
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 312-7922
(800) 903-0111 ext. 2

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)
1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1603
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 839-1852
(303) 839-1681(TTY)
www.ncadv.org

National Domestic Violence Hotline
A Project of the Texas Council on Family Violence
PO Box 161810
Austin, TX 78716
(800) 799-SAFE (7233)
(800) 787-3224 (TTY)
(800) 942-6908 (Spanish)
www.ndvh.org

National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)
2001 S Street NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 543-5566
www.nnedv.org

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
6400 Flank Drive, Suite 1300
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(800) 537-2238
www.nrcdv.org

The Miles Foundation (Violence and the Military)
PO Box 423
Newton, CT 06470-0423
(203) 270-7861
www.hometown.aol.com/milesfdn

Women of Color Network
6400 Flank Drive Suite 1300
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(800) 537-2238
womenofcolornetwork.org

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT

Faith Trust Institute
2400 North 45th Street, Suite 101
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 634-1903
www.cpsdv.org

Minnesota Center Against Violence & Abuse-MINCAVA
School of Social Work, University of Minnesota
105 Peters Hall, 1404 Gortner Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
(612) 624-0721
www.mincava.umn.edu

National Center on Domestic & Sexual Violence
7800 Shoal Creek, Suite 120-N
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 407-9020
www.ncdsv.org

National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP)
New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project
240 West 35th Street, Suite 200
New York, NY 10001
(212) 714-1164
(212) 714-1134 (TTY)
www.avp.org

Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)
U.S. Department of Justice
800 K Street, #920
Washington, DC 20530
(202) 307-6026
(202) 307-2277 (TTY)
www.usdoj.gov/ovw

Sacred Circle National Resource Center to End Violence Against Women
A Project of Cangleska, Inc.
722 St. Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 341-2050
www.sacred-circle.com

Stalking Resource Center
National Center for Victims of Crime
2000 M Street NW, Suite 480
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 467-8700
www.ncvc.org/src

The Battered Women's Justice Project- Defense Office
National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women
125 South 9th Street, Suite 302
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 351-0010
(800) 903-0111 ext. 3
www.bwjp.org

The Battered Women's Justice Project-Criminal and Civil Justice Office
2104 Fourth Avenue South, Suite B
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(800) 903-0111 ext. 1
www.bwjp.org

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ELDER ABUSE AND AGING ISSUES

Administration on Aging (AoA)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources
One Massachusetts Avenue, Suites #4100 and #5100
Washington, DC 20201
(202) 619-0724
www.aoa.gov

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
601 E Street, NW
Washington, DC 20049
(888) 687-2277
www.aarp.org

American Bar Association- Commission on Law & Aging
740 15th Street NW, 9th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 662-8690
www.abanet.org/aging

American Society on Aging
833 Market Street, Suite 511
San Francisco, CA 94103
(800) 537-9728
www.asaging.org

Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly (CANE)
University of Delaware
Department of Consumer Studies
Alison Hall West, Room 211
Newark, DE 19716
(302) 831-3525
www.cane.udel.edu

Eldercare Locator
1730 Rhode Island Avenue, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
(800) 677-1116
(301) 419-3900 (Outside the U.S.)
www.eldercare.gov

Ethnic Elders Care Network
Department of Psychiatry
University of California, Davis
2230 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95817
(925) 372-2105
www.ethnicelderscare.net

Lesbian & Gay Aging Issues Network (LGAIN)
American Society on Aging
833 Market Street, Suite 511
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 974-9641
www.asaging.org

National Academy of Elder law Attorneys (NAELA)
1604 N County Club Road
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-4005
www.naela.org

National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA)
920 S Spring St. Suite 1200
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 523-4431
www.apsnetwork.org

National Association of States Units on Aging (NASUA)
1201 15th Street NW, Suite 350
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 898-2578
www.nasua.org

National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
Center for Community Research and Services
University of Delaware
297 Graham Hall
Newark, NJ 19716
(302) 831-3525
www.elderabusecenter.org

National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)
A Project of the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
307 S. Paterson Street, Suite 1
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-0539
(608) 255-3560 (TTY)
www.ncall.us

National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA)
1612 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 682-4140
www.preventelderabuse.org

National Indian Council on Aging, Inc.
10501 Montgomery Boulevard NE, Suite 210
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 292-2001
www.nicoa.org

National Institute on Aging
Building 31, Rm 5C27
31 Center Drive, MSC 2292
Bethesda, MD 20892
(301) 496-1752
(800) 222-4225 (TTY)
www.nia.nih.gov

National Long Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center
1828 L Street, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 332-2275
www.ltcomudsman.org

Older Women's League (OWL)
3300 N Fairfax Drive, Suite 218
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 812-7990
(800) 825-3695
www.owl-national.org

Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE) (Formerly Senior Action
In a Gay Environment)
305 Seventh Avenue, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10001
(212) 741-2247
www.sageusa.org

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GENERAL

American Society of Adult Abuse Professionals and Survivors, Inc.
6990 N Rockledge Avenue
Glendale, WI 53209
(414) 540-6456
www.asaaps.org

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Office of State and Local Training
1131 Chapel Crossing Road, Townhouse #396
Glynco, GA 31524
(800) 743-5382
www.fletc.gov

Legal Momentum
395 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 925-6635
www.legalmomentum.org

National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC)
2000 M Street NW, Suite 480
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 467-8700
www.ncvc.org

National Coalition for the Homeless
2201 P Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 462-4822
www.nationalhomeless.org

National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
PO Box 8970
Reno, NV 89507
(775) 784-6012
www.ncjfcj.org

National District Attorneys Association
1600 Hampton Street, Suite 414
Columbia, SC 29208
(803) 705-5005 (main)
(803) 705-5093 (Elder/Disability Program)
www.ndda.org

National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA)
510 King Street, Suite 424
Alexandria, VA 22314
(800) 879-6682
www.trynova.org

National Sheriff's Association
1450 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 836-7827
(800) 424-7827
www.sheriffs.org

Office for Victims of Crime (OVC)
810 7th Street, 8th Floor
Washington, DC 20531
(202) 307-5983
www.ovc.gov

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