DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CENTER of Chester County

DVCCC is dedicated to providing a safe, rich environment for domestic violence survivors and their dependent children.  It is our goal to assure that the future for these children will not be clouded by the violence which has occurred in their past.

The DVCCC Children's Program provides individual and group counseling, along with recreational activities. The focus is to provide a space where children can feel safe to explore feelings that effect daily living, and regain a sense of safety and acceptance.

Advocacy services for children living in the Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing or in the community are designed to ease their transition after leaving a violent home, and help reduce the effects of trauma resulting from domestic violence. This includes a liaison service for children needing to enroll in or leave a school for safety purposes.  Referrals to other agencies and resources are also provided as needed.

Child care is provided during adult support group meetings, and for other activities such as court appearances (when scheduled in advance.)

In addition to the direct work with the children, the DVCCC Children’s Program also works with the parents in our Shelter, Transitional Housing and Counseling programs to assist them in addressing their children’s' emotional needs after the family's life has been disrupted by domestic violence. Some examples include helping parents with understanding children's reactions to the abuse, non-violent disciplinary techniques, understanding child development, referring parents and children to schools and social service agencies as appropriate.

For more information call 610-431-3546.