Domestic violence is all too prevalent in our community, so the YWCA is pleased to provide an oasis of hope for women and children who may think they have no alternative than to remain in a bad situation.

Our 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline provides crisis intervention, counseling and shelter placement to more than 2,500 callers each year. In addition, we offer Becky's House® Emergency Shelter, Becky's House, and Becky's House 2.

becky's house® emergency shelter
The Becky's House Emergency Shelter is a confidential domestic violence shelter offering safety for women and children in immediate danger, providing them with 30 days in a safe environment to determine their next steps. Services provided to shelter residents include:

• Individual counseling and support groups
• Legal assistance

In addition, an onsite school provides education for shelter children in grades K-12.

After completing their shelter stay, families have the opportunity to move into Becky's House, an 18-month residential program.

becky's house® 1 and 2
Becky's House is an 18-month transitional residential program for survivors of domestic violence and their children. Seventy percent of the residents complete the program and secure employment and permanent housing.
The residential program provides:

• Case management
• Legal assistance
• Counseling, GED and continuing education assistance
• Job skill assessment and career counseling
• Art therapy, educational and play activities for children

This 55-bed residence will offer more comprehensive support for survivors of domestic violence and their children.

For more information on how you can help support Becky's House 1 and 2, please contact (619) 239-0355 ext. 216, or email here.