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SWAN Domestic Violence Group Counseling for Women in Southern Illinois

SWAN Domestic Violence Group Counseling provides a weekly support group for women who may or may not still be in a domestically violent relationship. Meeting in a safe space or virtually, women learn together, compare experiences and discover that they are not alone. Sessions cover topics such as types of abuse, understanding relationship abuse, warning signs, the effects abuse has on children in the home, safety and having a safety plan in place.

The groups are available to both domestic abuse emergency shelter residents and community clients:

  • In-person support groups for female victims of domestic violence are available at SWAN’s offices in Effingham and Olney.
  • Virtual support groups are available for victims throughout Swan’s service area.

If you would like more information about the counseling and support, please call the office nearest you:

  • Effingham SWAN Office – Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., (217) 342-4526
  • Olney SWAN Office – 24 hours a day/ seven days a week, (618) 392-3556
  • Carmi SWAN Office – (618) 380-2800
  • Mt. Vernon SWAN Office – (618) 899-9110
  • Salem SWAN Office – (618) 740-0898
  • Vandalia SWAN Office – (618) 283-9179