Domestic Violence Shelters | Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center
Domestic violence agency providing services to victims of abuse. 6 bedrooms, handicap accessible. Services: case Management, crisis Intervention, domestic violence support and education, mental health/substance abuse support, transitional housing, vocation/education/employment referrals, budgeting, referrals made according to need of shelter guest, 3 meals per day and snacks, basic needs such as clothing, linens, personal items, furniture and household items. Drug/Alcohol free environment. Children must be supervised at all times. Non-smoking facility
Physical Address
P.O. Box 5643, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Hours
24/7, Curfew: 8:00PM unless employment is verified
Application process
24 hours, Initial telephone screening, Application
Fee
No Fees
Required documents
Photo ID, Birth certificates for each child
Eligibility
Single or with children, 18+, Will accept young male children up to age 17 Domestic violence victims
Languages
Spanish
Service area
Serving: Albion, Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, Manville, and Pawtucket
Agency info
Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center
Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center has been providing services to victims of domestic violence in the Blackstone Valley area for over two decades. It is their voices, their struggles and their experiences which guide the Center's work. Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and to provide education and awareness on the issue of domestic violence. Services: Case Management Crisis Intervention Domestic violence support and education Mental health/substance abuse support Housing referrals Transitional housing Vocation/Education/Employment referrals Budgeting Referrals are made according to need of shelter guest Spanish speaking staff available Important Policies: Curfew: 8:00PM unless employment is verified Drug/Alcohol free environment Children must be supervised at all times Toiletries and clothing can be provided to shelter guests as needed and are limited No transportation available Non-smoking facility