Shelter for Abused Families

The Jackson Shelter for Battered Families is designed to help victims of spousal abuse and their children during this critical time in life.  The shelter provides the following services:

 

• 30-day temporary emergency shelter

• Support/Counseling - emotional support, short-term counseling and assistance in problem solving

• Advocacy - information and referral

 

Guardian Rapid Re-housing Program (Natchez)

 

Oak Towers Supportive Services Program in Natchez provides assistance and support to homeless victims of domestic violence existing from the Shelter program.  Our goal is to ensure the stability of the family unit through continuance of their established shelter and case management services.

• Individual Therapy

• Parenting Support Groups

• Domestic Violence Support Groups

• Court Advocacy

• Outreach & Public Awareness

 

For more information, contact Donna Miller, Program Director or Evelyn Peters, Case Manager at 601.442.0142.

 

Guardian Shelter for Battered Families (Natchez)

 

The Guardian Shelter for Battered Families in Natchez provides a safe and secure refuge for abused women and children that are homeless by reason of domestic violence.

• 24 hour crisis hot line 1.800.273.6938

• 30-day emergency shelter

• Individual Therapy

• Support Group Counseling

• Court advocacy

• Information & Referrals for housing, public assistance, and medical assistance

• Outreach & Public Awareness

 

For more information, contact Donna Miller, Program Director or Evelyn Peters, Case Manager at 601.442.0142

 

Therapeutic Day Care

Every child has a fundamental right to live free of violence, humiliation and exploitation.  This program provides an atmosphere free of violence and assures children are treated with respect. Services include:  Therapy for children, tutoring, sporting events, arts and crafts, potty training, field trips and parental development.

 

Second Stage Transitional Housing

This program provides housing for shelter residents and homeless families from other emergency shelters and homeless facilities for up to one year with 3-month extensions available up to 24 months.  This time is given to achieve independence from an abusive relationship and to provide extended housing and supportive services for families to become independent.  The temporary housing with supportive services helps pave the way toward self-sufficiency.

 

Court Advocacy Program

This program provides support and assistance to victims of domestic violence.  The purpose of the program is to provide victims access to court services.  By having a liaison, a victim can feel better prepared for the court process and judicial intervention.  Services include: a court escort, advocacy, education and training, follow-up monitoring and referrals.

 

Legal Assistance Clinic

This program provides support and legal representation to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Hinds, Rankin, and Madison counties.  The purpose is to provide victims civil litigation services for emergency and non-emergency protective orders.  Other legal services include child custody, restraining orders, housing claims, financial claims, and other feasible claims arising out of or stemming from domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.

 

Counseling Services

Individual, family and group counseling services are available for those whose lives are disrupted by family violence.  Whether the abuse is physical, sexual or psychological, counseling can help family members to cope with the effects of the violence and to develop healthier relationships.  The Family Life Program of Catholic Charities supervises these outpatient services.