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Services

Genesis House

Emergency Shelter

Genesis House Provides a free, safe haven for women and their children who are victims of violence/sexual assault.  Residents share a kitchen, dining room, children's play-room, quiet room, common living room and bathrooms.  Advocacy services help clients access financial, legal, medical, employment, and other assistance as needed.  Agency staff are available 24 hrs a ay, 365 days a year.

Crisis Intervention and Counseling

Counseling Department Services

The Women's Center offers free, confidential services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.  We provide the following:

• Two 24-hour hotlines answered by certified counselors
• Support groups
• Individual counseling by appointment
• Referrals to appropriate services for medical, psychological, financial, legal and housing information
• Court and law enforcement advocacy
• 9-1-1 emergency cell phones
• Advocacy to obtain Temporary Restraining Orders and Protective Orders
• Medical assessments and care referrals
• Assistance to victims at the hospital and police stations

Support Groups

• Self Esteem
• Adolescent and Child
• Domestic Violence Survivors
• Parenting Support
• Building Healthy Relationships

Phoenix House

Transitional Living Program

Phoenix House residents are women and families left homeless due to domestic violence/sexual assault who need safe, affordable housing and support services provided in a structured environment. The programs help residents develop self-esteem and the life skills to live independently.  Enrollment in education and job training is an integral part of the program. The Phoenix House program also includes;

• Parenting education and support groups
• Individual case management
• Educational workshops for adults on topics such as budgeting, nutrition, and home maintenance
• School readiness and after-school tutoring programs
• Financial assistance for education and job training

Phoenix House is a 6 to 24 month program, Case management is available to former residents for up to one year after they have left the program.

Health Services

Health referrals are available to Women's Center clients.  Victim advocates assist with references to appropriate resources, assist in applying for medical insurance and benefits, and provide education related to individual and family health issues.

Education Programs

Children's Education

Business and Professional  Groups

  Contact: Melva O'Neill - 860·447·0366 extension 207

• Sexual harassment
• Domestic violence and the workplace
• Workspace violence prevention

Community and School Programs

  Contact: Melva O'Neill - 860·447·0366 extension 207

• Sexual assault/acquaintance rape
• Child sexual assault
• healthy/unhealthy relationships
• Dating violence
• Natural helpers program

Violence Is Preventable (VIP)

  Contact: Ann Wernau - 860·447·0366 extension 230

This school program (K-8) uses "Second Step" ideas and concepts to decrease and prevent school violence

• Conflict resolution
• Anti-bullying support
• Anger management
• Impulse control
• Empathy skills
• Problem solving skills

Healthcare Professionals

Training to health and human service agencies who work with individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault.  Training customized for your group.

• Health risks of domestic abuse
• Screening for domestic violence
• Responding to victims
• Referrals and support services

Toll Free in CT 1-888-774-2900