The Center for
Victim Safety & Support
Our 24-Hour Hotlines
Domestic Violence 845-485-5550 | Rape Crisis & Crime Victims 845-452-7272
Advocates are available 24-7 to offer information and support to individuals who have been impacted by violence or community members seeking information about available resources. The Rape Crisis & Crime Victims hotline is also the Dutchess County hotline for human trafficking victims.
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If you’ve been hurt, threatened, or made to feel unsafe, we understand your experience and we believe you. Whether you need information and resources or are seeking support during or after a crisis, our advocates are here to listen and guide you towards safety and healing. When you’re ready, we’re here for you.
All services are free, accessible, and confidential. The Center for Victim Safety and Support serves people of all racial/cultural backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations (lesbian, gay, bisexual, heterosexual), gender identities (men, women, transgender people), abilities, citizenship status, and ages.
What to Expect
Advocacy & Accompaniment
Our advocates are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer your calls and ensure your safety during and after a crisis. We will be by your side throughout the process, including in court, around police, at hospitals, and with social services.
Continued Support
We offer support groups and up to three months of free trauma-focused counseling to help you process your experience, develop healthy coping strategies, and create plans to stay safe. We also provide specialized case management for anyone experiencing a high-risk domestic violence situation.
Coordinated Services
We can connect you with resources provided by allied organizations and work closely with local professionals and law enforcement to establish protocols to support your safety.
Outreach & Education
Members of our team provide outreach and education in Dutchess County to spread awareness of victims’ rights and services relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. We also provide crisis response training for community members and first responders.
Sexual Assault Response Team
The Sexual Assault Response Team provides training on and coordination of local services for survivors of sexual assault.
Universal Response to Domestic Violence
The Universal Response to Domestic Violence project implements a coordinated community response to domestic violence to strengthen victim safety and offender accountability.
Administration
29 North Hamilton Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Questions? Contact our 24-Hour Hotlines:
Domestic Violence 845-485-5550 | Rape Crisis & Crime Victims 845-452-7272
Funding Acknowledgment
Funding for this program is made possible by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH)/Health Research, Inc. (HRI), the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (NYSDCJS), the New York State Office of Victim Services (NYSOVS), the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYSOCFS), and Dutchess County. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the NYSDOH, HRI, or Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by NYSDOH, HRI or CDC.
