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Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh - Domestic Violence Shelter and Hotline

Provides security, safety, and basic needs for individuals and families fleeing domestic violence. The shelter also offers emotional support, crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and safety planning, and connects survivors with a range of resources. Hotline services offer a way for anyone experiencing DV to reach out for assistance and emotional support, and to be met with warmth and understanding.

Physical Address

Hours

Both the Hotline and Shelter Intake are available 24/7. Text and Chat are available Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Application process

Call the hotline (24/7). Text 412-744-8445 or visit the website for chat (Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm).

Fee

Services provided free of charge.

Eligibility

Open to survivors of any gender, sexual orientation, and age. Survivors’ families are also supported, including boys up to age 17. Hotline serves anyone who has experienced any type of abuse from a current or former partner.

Languages

Translation service available

Service area

Allegheny, PA

Agency info

Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

Provides an emergency shelter for adults experiencing domestic violence and their children. Offers specialized care and support for survivors who have experienced all types of intimate partner violence from physical to emotional through Support Groups, Legal Advocacy, Hotline Services, a Children’s Advocacy Program, and more.