Domestic Violence Shelter
Domestic violence is a widespread problem that impacts people from all walks of life. Incidents of domestic violence are underreported, but 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.
Domestic Violence Shelters in Arizona
My Sisters’ Place opened in 1985 to provide a safe place for individuals and families to flee abuse and heal. My Sisters’ Place is one of only two domestic violence shelters in the East Valley. The location is confidential to protect the individuals and families fleeing abuse. My Sisters’ Place has a maximum of 30 beds; there are 11 rooms, two of which are single occupancy, while nine rooms can accommodate families of various sizes. All services are free for clients.
Ashley’s boyfriend became violent once they discovered she was pregnant. At first, it was sporadic, but it escalated quickly; her life was in danger. Ashley and her young daughter found safety at My Sisters’ Place. Ashley was determined to create a new life for herself, her daughter, and her baby. She worked with a counselor to heal from the trauma and learned parenting skills. Ashley was motivated; she found work and housing during her stay and became an inspiration to others. Read the story here.
read the story here
Maricopa County Domestic Violence Hotline
The Maricopa County 24-hour domestic violence hotline is 480-890-3039. Anyone experiencing violence and needing the help of domestic violence shelters in the Phoenix metro area and throughout Maricopa County should call 480-890-3039. Instead of calling multiple shelters to find availability, the SAFEDVS (Safe Access For Expedited Domestic Violence Services) hotline is in contact with all area shelters and can start the process of getting victims to safety.
Domestic Violence Facts
There are many different types of domestic violence.
Tom was reluctant to ask for help. He had been in a violent five-year relationship when he decided to leave. He found refuge at My Sisters’ Place and was able to find shelter, support and counseling. He encourages other men to push past the stigma and ask for help.
read his storyServices at My Sisters’ Place
When clients first come to My Sisters’ Place, they are provided with a private room for their family and given a tour so they can find the community restrooms, kitchen, laundry and recreational spaces. Food is provided and clients have access to a full kitchen to cook meals that appeal to their family's cultural and nutritional needs. Individuals who come to the shelter without children may share a room with another adult.
Working Toward Safety and Stability
The shelter is staffed 24 hours a day. Each client will have an
individual service plan and meet with their case manager weekly.
Depending on the client’s needs, their plan may include replacing
identification and documentation, enrolling children in school,
employment or resume help, along with support connecting to state
assistance. Services vary to meet each client's individual needs.
Each week,
clients move closer to stability and self-sufficiency.
Domestic Violence Counseling
Every client and child who comes to My Sisters’ Place is encouraged to attend counseling. Survivors who experience and witness domestic violence have extensive physical and emotional needs. Individual and group counseling sessions help our clients begin the healing process.
Gamma was married to her abuser for 30 years before she decided to leave. She was afraid no one would believe her but pushed past her fear to ask for help.
read her story
Domestic Violence Resources
Catholic Charities team members at My Sisters’ Place will work with residents and refer to outside resources for services like emergency housing and housing assistance, medical and dental care, transportation, clothing and more.
Domestic Violence Hotline Arizona
Maricopa County 24-hour hotline at
480-890-3039
My Sisters’ Place 24-hour Hotline
480-821-1024
Pathways Domestic Violence Counseling Intake
602-749-4405
Pathways Victim Advocacy Services
602-819-0082 and 480-267-5761
211 Arizona/Community Information & Referral
602-263-8900 or
1-800-799-7739
Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence
602-279-2900 or
1-800-782-6400
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
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