Our Programs
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is all too prevalent in our community. Therefore, the YWCA provides a much-needed oasis of hope for women and children who may think they have no alternative than to remain in a bad situation.Our 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline provides crisis intervention, counseling and shelter placement to more than 2,500 callers each year. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please call our emergency hotline at # 619-234-3164.
The YWCA of San Diego County began providing emergency shelter and services for survivors of domestic violence in 1978. In January 1999, the Becky's House ® Domestic Violence Programs were started thanks to a telephone call made to the Jeff and Jer Showgram ®, a local radio show. The woman who made this call, known only as "Becky," was looking for advice about her relationship with her partner. As she provided the details of her story, it became clear that "Becky" was a victim of intimate partner abuse and was unable to seek help due to the lack of available resources. Inspired by this incident, the community united with the YWCA to build the first long term transitional housing community in the City of San Diego for victims of domestic violence and their children, know as Becky's House ®. The YWCA gained the support of politicians, businesses, artists, foundations and private citizens who all contributed to the opening in 2001 of the nine-unit, 30 bed, Becky's House ®. Today, all of the services provided by the Becky's House ® Domestic Violence Programs support the individual's journey from victim to survivor. The program includes a 30-day domestic violence emergency shelter, a 24-Hour emergency hotline, and two 18-month transitional living programs for victims of domestic violence and their families. Services include individual and group counseling, legal assistance, music and art therapies, financial literacy training, and employment and housing services. The Becky's House ® Domestic Violence Programs serve an average of 500 women and children each year.
YWCA of San Diego County
The YWCA of San Diego County provides programs and services to survivors of domestic violence and homelessness, including the Becky's House ® Domestic Violence Programs, the Passages Program, and the Cortez Hill Family Center. Through the generous commitment of community supporters, the YWCA is able to assist more than 3,000 individuals annually in San Diego County.
The mission of the YWCA is to increase safety, promote healing, foster empowerment, and give hope to women and families through innovative programs, services, and advocacy.
As a leader in providing client-centered programs for women and families, the YWCA offers comprehensive social services and resources for women and families of all races, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds. United by our common belief in mutual respect, integrity and professional excellence, we continue our legacy of cultivating community partnerships and responding to the changing needs of the people we serve.
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