DONATE OUR SERVICES Veterans Housing/Homelessness Older Adults Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Behavioral Health/ Substance Use Disorders Children with Developmental Delays HIV/ AIDS Domestic Violence At-Risk Youth Domestic Violence Providing a safe haven and preparing survivors and their families to live a life free of violence. How We Help Survivors of Domestic Violence One out of every three women and one out of four men have experienced violence at the hands of an intimate partner in their lifetime. Domestic violence is tragically common, and when the safety of an individual or an entire family is at stake we are able to provide resources to help those in our care. We take a trauma informed approach, which includes realizing the deep impact of trauma, recognizing the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, responding by integrating knowledge about trauma into practice, and making efforts to not re-traumatize the client(s). We are also a member of the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Emergency Shelters Three confidentially-located emergency shelters and scattered safe houses provide a haven for victims and their families along with the support they need to start the process of healing. Residents are referred from schools, hospitals, other organizations, or are self-referred. Support Services Our emergency shelters offer comprehensive case management services and on-site groups that help survivors gain the long-term skills that enable them to meet everyday challenges after leaving the shelter. Topics include Budgeting and Money Management and Workforce Readiness. In addition, our shelters offer interactive educational activities and recreation for children, trauma-informed counseling, therapy and other mental health services, and art therapy, to name a few. VOA-GNY Staff Our skilled staff understands the emotional trauma that domestic violence can cause and are committed to providing the best care in the crucial time period that occurs immediately after a survivor leaves their partner. It is our policy to put every intervention in place to accommodate whoever comes through our doors. Many of our clients also suffer from trauma or mental health issues. Regardless of a person's behavior—adult or child—our staff are trained to never disregard anyone. We also do outreach in schools, community boards and prisons. Our aim is to educate the community so that domestic violence can be recognized early and those in crisis can get the help they need. If you are seeking domestic violence shelter, contact us: > Queens: 718-479-5900 > Manhattan: 646-672-9510 > Brooklyn: 718-688-6800 If it's an emergency, please dial 911. Domestic Violence Awareness Month October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time when advocates join together to raise awareness about domestic violence and encourage communities to take action against it. Volunteers of America-Greater New York is committed to educating the community and encouraging people to better understand myths surrounding the issue and learn the warning signs of domestic violence. “Today I feel like I have a future. I can say that my time at [VOA-GNY] has changed my life forever.” Excerpt from a thank you letter written by a domestic violence survivor formerly in our care STORIES OF IMPACT Once a Member of the VOA Family, Always a Member ON THE ISSUES The Facts on Teen Dating Violence We are a member of the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. DONATE GET INVOLVED LEARN MORE VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA GREATER NEW YORK 135 West 50th Street , 9th Floor New York, NY 10020 (212) 873-2600 Get Our Newsletter © 2021 Volunteers of America - All Rights Reserved. We are designated tax-exempt under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Tax ID 58-1959781. Your contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Donor Privacy Policy Contact Us National Office Accessibility Twitter Facebook Youtube More