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Safe Shelter
Betty Griffin House is a safety shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children as well as rape victims who are in danger after the crime. Case managers assist residents with decision making and goal planning. Click here to take a photo tour of the shelter.
24-Hour Hotline
(904) 824-1555 Crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk with domestic violence and/or sexual assault survivors; and their families and friends who need help.
Sexual Assault Recovery Services
Provides confidential counseling and support groups for sexual assault survivors, families and partners, whether the rape happened yesterday or years ago. Presentations on date rape, rape awareness, and rape drugs are provided to schools, colleges, clubs, organizations, and community agencies.
Confidential Counseling
Counseling is available for survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and their families in several county locations.
Support Groups
Weekly support/discussion groups break the isolation many women and children have lived in, provide a safe place to share and listen, teach the dynamics of violence, and how to break the cycle of abuse. Groups are available in several confidential county locations.
Peace Club
Teaches children, ages 3 through 17, to identify abuse, build self-esteem, resolve conflicts without violence, develop and use a safety plan if necessary, and break the silence about violence at home. Peace Club includes a school-based curriculum for all children and support groups for children affected by domestic violence.
Legal Assistance
Referrals to a Betty Griffin House attorney are made on a case by case basis for legal representation through the injunction process.
Court/Individual Advocacy
Staff and volunteers are available to assist with applying for an Injunction for Protection, court appearances, or personal advocacy.
Community Education/Training
Presentations on all aspects of partner abuse and sexual violence are available for schools, colleges, clubs, clinics, community groups, and agencies. Presentations are modified to fit the needs of the group. Professional medical and mental health trainings for domestic violence Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are also provided.
CHANGE Program
24 week State Certified Batterers Intervention & Education Program for men. Participants are court mandated, referred, or voluntary. The program teaches alternatives to violence while addressing accountability.
Alternatives Group
Batterers Intervention & Education Program for women who abuse in relationships. The program teaches alternatives to violence while addressing accountability.
For more information about any of these services, please emailus or call (904) 808-8544.
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