Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center
Address
P.O. Box 9476
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 738-9700
Description:
Safe, temporary domestic violence shelter for women and their children. Common rooms (kitchen, laundry etc. are not handi-cap accessible.)
Full range of support services including emotional support/education on domestic abuse and victimization; assistance with housing, financial, employment and legal needs.
-Court advocacy in Kent County and Cranston/Johnston, Foster Scituate and North Providence.
-Outreach program for victims not requiring shelter, including individual and group support meetings.
-Community education.
-Teen domestic violence counseling available and services for elderly victims.
-Transitional housing Program
-Children/Teens Educational/Support Programs.
-Extensive referral network.
Setup:
16 bed capacity
NOT handicap accessible
Services Available:
Case management
Crisis intervention (on-site)
Domestic violence support and education
Housing search and education
Budgeting and financial literacy
Meals:
3 meals per day provided
Important Policies:
Curfew: 6:00PM (reasonable exceptions)
Duration of stay: flexible to individual needs
Rent is NOT required
Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed
Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas
Drug/alcohol free environment
Children must be supervised at all times
Agency follows least-harm model
Services
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Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers short-term, safe, confidential shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Residents are provided with all basic needs and are encouraged to participate in a program that includes education about domestic violence, parenting and financial literacy. Provides specialized childrenâs services, advocacy and referrals. 16 bed capacity, NOT handicap accessible. Services Available: Case management; Crisis intervention (on-site); Domestic violence support and education; Housing search and education; Budgeting and financial literacy; 3 meals per day. Important Policies: Rent is NOT required; Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed; Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; Drug/alcohol free environment; Children must be supervised at all times; Agency follows least-harm model
Hours
24/7
Required Documents
One form of personal photo ID
Eligibility
Domestic violence or sexual assault victims and their families and allies
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone pre-screening COVID-19: Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers short-term, safe, confidential shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Residents are provided with all basic needs and are encouraged to participate in a program that includes education about domestic violence, parenting and financial literacy. Provides specialized childrenâs services, advocacy and referrals. 16 bed capacity, NOT handicap accessible. Services Available: Case management; Crisis intervention (on-site); Domestic violence support and education; Housing search and education; Budgeting and financial literacy; 3 meals per day. Important Policies: Rent is NOT required; Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed; Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; Drug/alcohol free environment; Children must be supervised at all times; Agency follows least-harm model.
Hours
24/7; Intake: Daily 9:00AM-5:00PM; Curfew: Daily 6:00PM (reasonable exceptions) COVID-19: CENTER IS CLOSED FOR ALL WALK IN SERVICE
Required Documents
One form of personal photo ID
Eligibility
Domestic violence or sexual assault victims and their children up to 18; Individual assessed on case-by-case basis if batterer lives nearby 18+ female, single or with children Will accept young male children up to age 18
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone pre-screening: COVID-19: anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Support Groups that focus on the dynamics of domestic violence and life after abuse.
Hours
Varies; COVID-19: CENTER IS CLOSED FOR ALL WALK-IN ACTIVITIES
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Victims of domestic violence
Fees
No Fees. Suggested Donation $1/day
Intake Procedure
Call; COVID-19: anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
24/7
Intake: Daily 9:00AM-5:00PM
Curfew: 6:00PM (reasonable exceptions)
Intake Process:
Telephone pre-screening
Program Fees:
Varies
Eligibility:
Domestic violence or sexual assault victim and their children up to age 18
Individual assessed on a case-by-case basis if batterer lives nearby
18+ female, single or with children
Will accept young male children up to age 18
Handicap Accessible?
No
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
April 16, 2020
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Year Incorporated:
1977
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers short-term, safe, confidential shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Residents are provided with all basic needs and are encouraged to participate in a program that includes education about domestic violence, parenting and financial literacy. Provides specialized childrenâs services, advocacy and referrals. 16 bed capacity, NOT handicap accessible. Services Available: Case management; Crisis intervention (on-site); Domestic violence support and education; Housing search and education; Budgeting and financial literacy; 3 meals per day. Important Policies: Rent is NOT required; Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed; Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; Drug/alcohol free environment; Children must be supervised at all times; Agency follows least-harm model
Hours
24/7
Required Documents
One form of personal photo ID
Eligibility
Domestic violence or sexual assault victims and their families and allies
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone pre-screening COVID-19: Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center offers short-term, safe, confidential shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Residents are provided with all basic needs and are encouraged to participate in a program that includes education about domestic violence, parenting and financial literacy. Provides specialized childrenâs services, advocacy and referrals. 16 bed capacity, NOT handicap accessible. Services Available: Case management; Crisis intervention (on-site); Domestic violence support and education; Housing search and education; Budgeting and financial literacy; 3 meals per day. Important Policies: Rent is NOT required; Medications are locked and stored in a secure location and available to guest as prescribed; Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; Drug/alcohol free environment; Children must be supervised at all times; Agency follows least-harm model.
Hours
24/7; Intake: Daily 9:00AM-5:00PM; Curfew: Daily 6:00PM (reasonable exceptions) COVID-19: CENTER IS CLOSED FOR ALL WALK IN SERVICE
Required Documents
One form of personal photo ID
Eligibility
Domestic violence or sexual assault victims and their children up to 18; Individual assessed on case-by-case basis if batterer lives nearby 18+ female, single or with children Will accept young male children up to age 18
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone pre-screening: COVID-19: anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
COVID-19: The center will be closed for all activities, including support groups, individual advocacy, training sessions, and walk-in services; however, we will still be here to support anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Description
Support Groups that focus on the dynamics of domestic violence and life after abuse.
Hours
Varies; COVID-19: CENTER IS CLOSED FOR ALL WALK-IN ACTIVITIES
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Victims of domestic violence
Fees
No Fees. Suggested Donation $1/day
Intake Procedure
Call; COVID-19: anyone who is experiencing domestic or sexual violence. Please call our crisis hotline at 401-738-1700 for support. Please call our advocates at 401-822-6680 for court matters. Please call the toll-free statewide helpline at 1-800-494-8100 any time, day or night, for support and information. Our counseling program will continue via phone sessions. For more information, call 401-738-1700. If you are unable to call, you may email us any time and we will respond within 24 hours. Please email us at info@ebchouse.org.
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Mailing
P.O. Box 9476
Warwick, RI 02889
Physical (Primary)
P.O. Box 9476
Warwick, RI 02889
Contacts
Judith Earle
Donna Coleman
General Email
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 738-9700
Fax
(401) 738-1713
Hotline
(401) 738-1700
Victim of Crime Hotline
(800) 494-8100
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