THE FOLLOWING SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE ST. BERNARD BATTERED WOMEN'S PROGRAM:
SHELTER - Our facility offers a 30-45 day residential program for women and their children who are leaving an abusive home. We provide shelter, food, clothing, personal care items, etc.
COUNSELING - We offer group counseling and individual counseling for ladies and children. Please call 504-278-7788 for current times. This is available for our residential as well as our non-residential clients.
LEGAL INFORMATION AND ADVOCACY - We offer information on Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO's) and assist in their filing for qualified individuals. Individuals have to be victims of domestic violence to qualify.
REFERRALS - This agency makes referrals to appropriate agencies for rental and utility assistance, schools, counselors for evaluations, and any other organizations for help needed by our clients.