Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties (Pennsylvania)

Domestic Violence Services

-May 11, 2008-

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Did You Know?

Myth:
My partner sometimes crosses the line because he cares about me so much. If I could just do everything right, he'd stop the abuse...

Fact:
Violence is a result of power and control, NOT love. 60% of women in abusive relationships say that the physical abuse began while they were dating!! The violence will only get worse with time if it is not stopped.

24 Hour Hotline 1-800-852-2102
24 Hour Emergency Shelter

Legal Advocacy

Advocacy and systems monitoring directed toward the goal of justice for victims of domestic violence. Legal advocacy seeks to enhance the safety of domestic violence victims and their children, to assure the responsiveness of community systems-particularly the justice system-to the needs of domestic violence victims, to hold abusers accountable for their violence, and to help prevent violence in the family.

Advocates:
Provide moral support to victims of domestic violence.
Assist victims of domestic violence with safety planning and in options pertaining to legal, housing, and other needs important to the victim.
Assist victims of domestic violence in obtaining Protection from Abuse Orders.
Accompany victims of domestic violence to court appointed hearings or other appointments important to the victim.
Advocate for/assist victims of domestic violence with criminal justice system, the welfare system, and with the immigration system.
Advocate to hold abusers accountable and to help prevent violence in the family.
Victims of domestic violence are eligible for several types of services and legal recourse. The most frequently requested legal action is the Protection From Abuse Order (PFA). **Please see the FAQ Page for complete definition of the PFA.

PFA’s are available at DVS/CP to eligible clients. **Please see the FAQ Page for eligibility requirements.

Custody Issues

Custody arrangements may be made through a private attorney, legal services, but not through DVS/CP. The staff at DVS/CP can refer clients to other agencies for supervised visitation sites, legal counsel, and child support payments.