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City of Alexandria, VA City of Alexandria, VA

Services for Women
 
24-hour Hotlines:

  • Domestic Violence & Stalking: 703-838-4911
  • Sexual Assault: 703-683-7273

Battered Women's Shelter: provides emergency housing and food at a confidential location for Alexandria women and their children who have been abused or who are threatened with abuse. If you would like to see what a typical shelter looks like, click here for a shelter tour. Emergency shelter for your family pet is also available through our partnership with the Alexandria Animal Welfare League.

Community Education: Presentations are offered on a variety of topics including, assertiveness, conflict resolution, developing healthy relationships, domestic violence, stalking, financial management, employment services, sexual assault, sexual harassment and teen pregnancy prevention information for parents.

Counseling: related to Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault or Stalking. An advocate can also help you make a safety plan.

Court Advocacy: Information about legal issues such as pre-trial meetings, protective orders, custody and child support, bond notification, crime victim's compensation and accompainment services for survivors to assist with the court process.

Employment Services: Assistance offered in resume writing, interviewing and career counseling.

Referral Services: Information and referrals to various sources of assistance in the Alexandria area including legal and social services, financial aid, housing, employment and child care.

Support Groups:


 

421 King Street, Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.746.5030
Fax: 703.838.4976

Sexual Assault Response &
Awareness 24-Hour Hotline
703.683.7273

Domestic Violence Program
24-Hour Hotline
703.838.4911

Alexandria Campaign on
Adolescent Pregnancy
703.746.3131

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.