We provide comprehensive emergency and supportive services to equip and empower survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Emergency Services
EmpowerNet serves all individuals regardless of race, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, immigration status, gender identity or expression, faith, sexual orientation, disability, or English language ability in the Greater Richmond region. All services are free and confidential.
EmpowerNet Hotline
804-612-6126
Our free, confidential hotline is available 24-hours a day, with trained crisis intervention staff and volunteers answering all calls. Translators are available via language lines for non-English speaking callers. In addition, TTY is available for individuals in crisis who are deaf/hard of hearing.
Regional Hospital Accompaniment Response Team (R-HART)
Our Regional Hospital Accompaniment Response Team (R-HART) is available 24/7 at seven area hospitals. Hospital Advocates meet survivors at the emergency room to provide emotional support and resources for ongoing support.
Safety Planning
We help survivors develop a personalized plan to escape violence and get to safety.
Emergency Shelter
We provide a safe place for survivors to find support and plan for the future in our temporary emergency shelters. We provide basic assistance of food, clothing, baby supplies, and emergency transportation as needed.
Human Trafficking Services
We provide shelter, counseling, safety planning and case management for survivors of human trafficking.
Counseling
We provide licensed counselors to help survivors process the trauma they have experienced, cope through the feelings surrounding the trauma, and establish goals for moving forward.
Case Management
We provide comprehensive case management to help survivors to transform their lives after experiencing domestic or sexual violence.
Court Advocacy
We provide support to survivors of domestic and sexual violence so they do not have to navigate the court system alone. Court advocates help obtain protective orders and provide resources for pro bono legal aid when needed.
Supportive Services
In addition to the emergency services listed above, survivors in the Greater Richmond region have access to a network of supportive services to help rebuild their lives.
Rapid Rehousing
A dedicated housing specialist will assist eligible survivors with housing needs to find the best option available.
Employment Navigation
A dedicated employment specialist will share information about local employment opportunities and provide training resources and other assistance.
Bilingual Services
Counseling is available via individual and group settings in both English and Spanish.
Immigration Services
Legal assistance is provided for immigrant survivors applying for U Visas, T Visas, and VAWA Petitions.
Health Care
Acute minor and chronic disease management is available to survivors in the region, including exams, limited labs, limited medications, referrals to in-house specialists, and care coordination.
Our Partners
United by our commitment to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence and human trafficking, six organizations in the Greater Richmond region formed EmpowerNet in 2009 to expand access to emergency and supportive services.
GoochlandCares
GoochlandCares has been serving low-income citizens of Goochland since 1952 through an array of health and human services. Their mission is to provide health care and basic human services to Goochland residents in need. They provide quality, client-centered services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence with compassion and dignity.
Get in touch: (804) 980-6267 • goochlandcares.org
Hanover Safe Place
Hanover Safe Place has been the leading provider of services to survivors of domestic violence in Hanover County for over 26 years. Their mission is to prevent sexual and domestic violence, provide services to those affected, and create community awareness for support and resources.
Get in touch: (804) 752-2728 • hanoversafeplace.com
James House
Founded in 1989, the mission of James House is to provide support, advocacy and education for people in the Greater Tri-Cities Region of Virginia affected by sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking to empower them to become healthy, safe, and self-sufficient.
Get in touch: (804) 458-2704 • thejameshouse.org
Safe Harbor
Founded in 1998, Safe Harbor provides support for survivors of sexual and domestic violence and human trafficking to help overcome their crisis and to transform their lives.
Get in touch: (804) 249-9470 • safeharborshelter.com
Thrive Virginia
For over 30 years, Thrive Virginia has been committed to eliminating domestic and sexual violence while providing comprehensive services, support and advocacy to survivors in Charles City, King and Queen, King William, New Kent, and the Town of West Point. Their mission is to collaborate with community-based partners to create pathways to self-sufficiency for individuals and families within the agency’s diverse service area.
Get in touch: (804) 966-8720 • thriveva.org
YWCA Richmond
The YWCA Richmond has delivered high quality community programs that serve women, children and families since its founding in 1887 and has served as Richmond’s leader in intimate partner violence services for decades. YWCA’s mission is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Get in touch: (804) 643-6761 • ywcarichmond.org