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Our impact
  • We answered over 2,600 calls to our 24-hour crisis line.
  • We provided 4,582 nights in our shelter to survivors seeking immediate safety.
  • We assisted 30 families in transitioning into permanent safe housing.
  • We have empowered 149 individuals by equipping them with new skills and opportunities in the workforce.
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2023 Annual Report
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OUR MISSION

We provide safety, shelter, and support for individuals and families affected by domestic violence and collaborate with community partners to raise awareness regarding the cause, prevalence and impact.

Our Vision

All people take personal responsibility for promoting zero tolerance of domestic violence.

WHAT WE DO

24-HOUR HOTLINE AND EMERGENCY SHELTER

24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Shelter

Domestic Violence Solutions operates a 24-hour hotline in Santa Barbara County. Trained staff provides counseling, information, referrals, and access to immediate shelter.

24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Shelter

Domestic Violence Emergency Response

Domestic Violence Solutions’ staff respond with law enforcement personnel on domestic violence 911 calls and provide victims with support, advocacy and access to safe, confidential shelter.
Counseling

Counseling

Domestic Violence Solutions’ staff respond with law enforcement personnel on domestic violence 911 calls and provide victims with support, advocacy and access to safe, confidential shelter.

Case Management

Advocates work closely with survivors to help with a whole range of needs by setting short and long-term goals.

Our Support

to those in need

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Only crisis shelter in Santa Barbara.

24/7 crisis line

Support programs and services

for survivors of domestic violence

We welcome survivors from every marginalized community and stand unified ensuring their growth and empowerment. We believe in equality and healthy love for all.

DVS 2024 Impact story

Our Partners

Privacy Policy

Domestic Violence Solutions for Santa Barbara County respects the privacy of our online and offline donors, clients, volunteers, and friends. As a result, we will not sell trade or share our donors’ contact information with anyone else at any time, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. DVS periodically communicates with donors and friends through enewsletters and other mailings. If you wish to be excluded from these communications, you may unsubscribe at any time. For more information, contact Domestic Violence Solutions at (805) 963-4458.

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