In Crisis?

Call our 24/7 Crisis Line at
419-241-7386 or 888-341-7386

Domestic Violence Shelter ↘

The YWCA of Northwest Ohio Emergency Domestic Violence Shelter provides a safe haven and comprehensive support for individuals and families affected by domestic violence. As a vital resource in the community, the shelter offers a secure environment where survivors can find refuge from abusive situations. Beyond just providing a physical space, the YWCA’s shelter is committed to addressing the emotional, psychological, and practical needs of survivors. With a compassionate and dedicated team, we offer counseling, advocacy, legal assistance, and empowerment programs, empowering survivors to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of violence. Through its unwavering commitment to fostering healing, resilience, and independence, the YWCA of Northwest Ohio Domestic Violence Shelter stands as a beacon of hope and strength for those seeking to escape domestic violence and find a path toward a brighter future.

The YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter is the ONLY Emergency Domestic Violence Shelter in Lucas County and is a 17-room, 46-bed facility providing services for survivors of domestic violence. Our Capital Campaign will improve and expand our Shelter.

We are committed to helping you every step of your journey to a life free from abuse. Our knowledgeable and trauma-informed staff with be there to support you from your first contact with us until you reach your independent living goals.

Join our Domestic Violence Support Group
Open to all survivors of domestic violence, meeting every other Monday from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Services Offered Include:       

  • 24/7 Crisis Hotline

  • 24/7 Intakes

  • Court Advocacy

  • Safety Planning

  • Emotional Support

  • Domestic Violence Support Groups

  • Transportation

  • Safe Space for Endangered Pets

  • Community Outreach + Community Education

  • Children’s Activities and Advocacy

  • Economic Empowerment Groups

  • Linkage to Community Resources

  • Assistance with Independent Housing

  • Domestic Violence ‘Step-Down Housing’ for domestic violence survivors exiting our 60-day Emergency Domestic Violence Shelter

These are offered to survivors living within our facility as well as outreach survivors (those living outside the YWCA.)

We also offer an extensive training program which is available for medical professionals, salon professionals, teachers, college students, churches, and other interested groups. Call 888-341-7386 for more information.

DVS Step-Down Housing

In February 2018, in an effort to manage our increased numbers of survivors served by our Emergency DVS, the YWCA opened the DVS Step-Down House which provides temporary housing to bridge the gap from our emergency shelter to permanent housing. We offer safe and clean shelter, support, life skills, education, and training. The overall objective is to provide survivors with the structure, modeling, and support needed to develop the skills necessary to acheive self-sufficiency and permanent housing

How You Can Help

If you or your group would like to do something about domestic violence, there are many ways in which you can make a difference:

Contributions  – The Shelter welcomes both monetary and in-kind donations.

Daily Needs – These range from laundry detergent to educational toys for the children’s area. 

Volunteering – The Shelter has a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups

Community Education – Learn more about domestic violence by scheduling a Shelter speaker for your school, group, or religious organization

Want to learn more about Domestic Violence?

Learn about Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Facts, Awareness, and how to identify if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence.