WSLB Victim and Survivor Services
Programs and Services
24-7 Domestic Violence Hotline
Trained domestic violence counselors and advocates are prepared to answer calls from anyone who is experiencing domestic violence or dating violence. Operators provide confidential support, assistance and referral services, including assistance locating safe housing.
Emergency Supportive Housing
Safe, secure housing for survivors and their children. While with us, residents receive comprehensive, trauma-informed services including weekly case management check-ins, support groups, legal advocacy, transitional housing assistance, and personalized support. Services are designed to assist survivors in achieving safety and independence.
Domestic Violence Resource Center (DVRC)
Located at 4201 Long Beach Blvd Suite 102, Long Beach CA 90807, services are available Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm. Walk-ins are welcome. Anyone who is a victim of domestic violence of dating abuse or believes that they may be experiencing some form of intimate partner violence, can meet with one of our specially trained domestic violence counselor advocates.
Our advocates are prepared to offer client-centered supportive services, crisis management, safety planning, resources, and referrals.
If you are not in need of shelter services but require other non-residential support, you may enroll for free, confidential services offered through WSLB’s DVRC client center. Here, enrolled clients are offered intensive case management, support groups, peer-counseling, domestic violence education, legal and health advocacy, family services, life-skills building, parenting education, special self-esteem building workshops, and more.
Children and Youth Services
Free supportive services to children and youth ages 5-17 who may have witnessed or experienced violence. 16-week sessions teach youth how to identify domestic and teen dating violence, healthy coping mechanisms, and more.
Our Youth Ambassador program empowers youth ages 12-17 to develop leadership skills as they explore boundaries and consent, identity, digital safety, conflict resolution, and advocacy.