SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | WALNUT AVENUE FAMILY & WOMEN'S CENTER
SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Offers a 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline, peer support groups, legal advocacy, one-on-one advocacy.
Provides education and training for schools, the public service sector, and in the community with a goal of zero tolerance for domestic violence through outreach and education. Support groups aimed at supporting survivors and Seeking Safety for survivors.
Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare
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Location
303 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Hours
Crisis & Domestic Violence Line - 24 hours daily Monday--Friday 9 to 1 and 2 to 5, Support group hours: Monday 6 to 730pm, Thursday 1130 to 1230 and 5 to 630 (Espanol) Family Support Group open to all 5-7pm
Application process
Call for an appointment, Walk-in Services provided, call hotline. Call the office and speak to an advocate for support groups.
Eligibility
Survivor of domestic violence
Fee
No fee
Languages
English, Spanish
Agency info
WALNUT AVENUE FAMILY & WOMEN'S CENTER
Walnut Avenue Family & Women's Center (Walnut Avenue) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for women, children, and families in Santa Cruz County for over 90 years. As a strength-based family center, Walnut Avenue seeks to improve the economic, physical, and emotional well-being of the individuals and families we serve.
Our service providing programs include Early Education Center, Services for Children & Youth, Services for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Family Support Services, and Community Engagement. Many of the families participating in Walnut Avenue programs are from under-served populations due to poverty, early pregnancy, homelessness, and/or domestic violence.