Domestic Violence Unit - OCDSS

14016 Route 31 West Albion, NY 14411 www.orleansny.com
Main Phone
585-589-3174

After-Hours - Orleans County Sheriff's Dispatch
585-589-5527

Fax
585-589-3154

Primary Services
Crime Victim Support, Domestic Violence Intervention Programs, Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services, Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling, Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention, Transportation for Endangered People

Description
Provides non-residential services to victims of Domestic Violence.

Services include safety planning, basic counseling, case management, hospital accompaniment, domestic violence awareness/education, temporary assistance waivers/housing assistance, transportation, and referrals for immigrant/immigration services, safe dwelling/shelter, legal assistance, and other relevant supportive services.

Also provides court advocacy including help with preparation and filing of Family Court documents such as orders of protection and custody, and will accompany victims to court upon request.

All services continue to be available after hours via the Orleans County Sheriff's Dispatch.

Hours
Labor Day thru Memorial Day (September-May): Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Memorial Day thru Labor Day (May-September): Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm.

Eligibility
Residents of Orleans County who are victims of domestic violence and in need of assistance.

Intake Process
Call 585-589-3174 during regular daytime hours. After hours, call the Orleans County Sheriff's Dispatch at 585-589-5527; all services are available after hours.

Program Fees
Free.

Languages
Access to Spanish translation available.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Date of Official Change
Nov 17, 2020

Contacts
Judy Gress (Primary)
Judy.Gress@orleanscountyny.gov
585-589-7000
Rachel Mulholland
Rachel.Mulholland@orleanscountyny.gov
585-589-3170