Program Partners
W&FLC coordinates short-term, private counseling for survivors of domestic violence and/or their loved ones. Umbrella Center services include individual counseling, support groups, safety planning, filing of restraining orders and emergency shelter/housing.
W&FLC arranges short-term, private counseling for survivors of sexual violence and/or their loved ones. The Women and Families Center sexual assault crisis services include helping survivors access medical treatment, the law enforcement process and legal systems after an assault.
W&FLC partners with WBDC to host workshops, one-on-one coaching and training programs, together making a difference in people’s lives. WBDC supports economic prosperity for women and strengthens communities through entrepreneurial and financial education services that create and grow sustainable jobs and businesses across Connecticut.
KidsHUGS (Hope, Understanding, Growth, and Support) is an organization developed to support children with a critically ill parent.
In collaboration with W&FLC, KidsHUGS offers support groups to provide children with a nurturing setting where they will explore their emotions and learn lifelong coping skills.
In partnership with Hope After Loss, W&FLC provides a Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group. Connect with others who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss at our Center.
W&FLC works with FAEN to host a food allergy support group. Learn strategies for managing your child's food allergies through shared experiences. Hear from guest speakers about how to advocate for your child at our Center.
Resources for You
CRISIS INTERVENTION SERVICES - MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
EMPS (Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Services), Dial 211 from any phone in Connecticut, then select the option for Crisis Intervention Services
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255
CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT
Careline for Department of Children and Families, 1-800-842-2288
ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT
Protective Services for the Elderly, 1-888-385-4225
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FOR WOMEN & MEN
Statewide Hotline, 1-888-774-2900; Spanish: 1-844-831-9200
SEXUAL ASSAULT FOR WOMEN & MEN
Statewide Hotline, 1-888-999-5545; Spanish: 1-888-568-8332
SHELTERS & EMERGENCY HOUSING
Connecticut 211, Dial 211 from any phone in Connecticut, then select the option for housing and utility assistance
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Connecticut 211
NeighborWorks New Horizons
MENTAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING RESOURCES
EMPS (Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Services), Dial 211 from any phone in Connecticut, then select the option for Crisis Intervention Services
BHCare
Branford Counseling Center
Clifford Beers Clinic
Crisis Text Line, Text “HOME” to 741741
Guilford Youth & Family Services
Madison Youth & Family Services
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255
DIVORCE SUPPORTS AND LEGAL SERVICES
Women & Family Life Center
Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund (CWEALF)
Guilford Free Library Book-A-Lawyer Program
New Haven County Bar Association
New Haven Legal Assistance Association, Inc.
Statewide Legal Services of CT, Inc.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICES
CCADV (CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence), 1-888-774-2900; Spanish: 1-844-831-9200
Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services, 203-789-8104
(Serving Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Milford, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, West Haven, Woodbridge)
New Horizons Domestic Violence Services, 860-347-3044
(Serving Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Middlefield, Middletown, Old Saybrook, Portland, Westbrook)
Cherish Program for Seniors
Clifford Beers Project CATCH
Neighborhood Victim Advocacy Program
SEXUAL ASSAULT RESOURCES
Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence, 1-888-999-5545; Spanish: 1-888-568-8332
Women & Families Center, 203-235-4444
(Serving Bethany, Branford, Cheshire, Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Haddam, Hamden, Killingworth, Madison, Meriden, Middlefield, Middletown, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, Portland, Wallingford, Westbrook, Woodbridge)
IMMIGRANT & REFUGEE RESOURCES
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants