Welcome to Salem County Women's Services
We provide free, confidential support for adults and children who are affected by domestic violence and sexual assault.
Services
Domestic Violence Program
Domestic Violence Program
Domestic Violence Program
We offer the following:
- Emergency shelter
- Individual counseling for adults and children
- Support groups
- Educational material
- Networking/information and referral
Sexual Assault Program
Domestic Violence Program
Domestic Violence Program
Rape is an act of violence committed against a person's will involving a threat or use of force.
We offer support such as:
- Accompaniment to hospitals and police departments
- Individual counseling
- Educational materials
- Information and referrals
Legal Advocacy
Alternatives to Violence Program
Alternatives to Violence Program
Salem County Women's Services offers free legal advocacy services to all victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Our court liaison will be happy to meet you for an appointment either at our office or before court at the court house. We offer information about:
- Your legal rights
- Legal options to protect yourself
- Court preparation
- Obtaining a restraining order
- Court accompaniment
Alternatives to Violence Program
Alternatives to Violence Program
Alternatives to Violence Program
Battery is an act of violence provoked by an urge to gain power and control over another person. You may be a batterer if you strike your partner or a child; if you are a jealous person with an explosive temper; if you criticize or verbally abuse your partner or child; if you drink heavily or use drugs; if you or your parents were abused; or if you generally attempt to control your partner's or child's behavior, money, decisions.
We offer services such as:
- Support and guidance for individuals and their family members
- Counseling to assist in understanding violent tendencies for a small class fee
- Alternative techniques for dealing with violent behavior
- Educational materials
Are you in Danger?
Restraining Orders
What is a TRO or an FRO? A TRO is a Temporary restraining order that is applied for by an individual who feels threatened in a domestic violence situation. After a court date is set a survivor/victim will explain their need for a Final restraining order (FRO) to a judge. Domestic violence is not always with an intimate partner, but can be anyone living in the home. As a survivor/victim of domestic violence you have the right to apply for a restraining order to protect yourself. Click the link below for more information or call us at 856-935-6655.
Volunteer
We gladly welcome volunteers. Opportunities include:
DVRT
Members of the Domestic Violence Response Team travel to police stations in Salem County to provide advocacy, support, and information for those who are seeking a restraining order. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and are required to:
- Complete a volunteer application
- Complete 40 hours of training
- Have a valid driver's license and your own transportation
- Have a criminal background check and be fingerprinted
- Be responsible for handling on-call rotation/schedule for after-hours calls (holidays, nights, and weekends)
SART
Members of the Sexual Assault Response Team advocate for victims during the hospital examination and provide support and information. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and are required to:
- Complete a volunteer application
- Complete 40 hours of training
- Have a valid driver's license and your own transportation
- Have a criminal background check and be fingerprinted
- Be responsible for handling on-call rotation/schedule for after-hours calls (holidays, nights, weekends)
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