Lee County Domestic Violence Program
Family violence can happen to any family member and it can be physical, emotional or even psychological abuse. The month of October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in observance, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Domestic Violence Program along with Family Crisis Support Services asks for you to show your support by wearing a purple item of clothing or a purple ribbon throughout the day on Thursday, October 27th, to help raise awareness. In addition to wearing purple, individuals, schools and local businesses are encouraged to learn more about the issue of domestic violence on this day. If you or someone you know is being abused, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-572-2278, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 276-346-4239 or Family Crisis Support Services, Inc. at 276-679-7240. Together we can end domestic violence and sexual assault.
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Domestic Violence Officer along with Family Crisis Center Sexual Assault Advocate for Lee County started a support group for domestic violence and sexual assault victims. The first support group meeting was held on February 24, 2016 and every month thereafter on the third Wednesday of every month at 10am-12pm.
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Family Crisis Support Services Services
At Family Crisis Support Services, we take care to provide our clients with whatever assistance we are able. We provide a variety of services including:
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Homelessness/Rapid Re-housing/Prevention
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A homeless shelter is available and has both a men's and women's unit. There are programs available that also help to PREVENT one from being evicted and losing their housing. Please call for information to determine eligibility. Please note, these programs are different from regular financial assistance in paying bills. For SNAP benefits and other information, use the link: http://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/snap
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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Programs
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A domestic violence shelter is available. A 24/7 hotline number is available as well - 1-800-572-2278.
Advocates are available for general support, and to be a liaison during court hearings, medical needs, and going to either magistrate or police. Limited transportation is available for clients to assist in getting to court. Advocates are also available to help with additional resources that may be needed during this time.
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Education and Awareness
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Family Crisis Support Services offers training's and education to the community in regard to learning more about the agency; learning more about domestic violence and sexual assault; teen dating violence; cyber stalking/bullying; work related harassment; etc. Our community educator has presented for the school system, for larger businesses, and for several community organizations. If you are interested in a presentation, please call 276-679-7240 and ask for Annetta Gibson.
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If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Violence then immediately contact the Lee County Sheriff's Domestic Violence Officer.
Lee County Sheriff's Office
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Lee County Domestic Violence Program
PO Box 177
Jonesville, VA 24263
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276-346-4239
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