ZeroV, Kentucky’s domestic violence coalition, will utilize nearby member programs as part of a temporary services plan for survivors in the Lincoln Trail District.
According to a release from ZeroV, a new crisis line for the Lincoln Trail District has been activated at 1-877-949-0515. When a victim calls, an advocate from GreenHouse17 in Lexington “will respond to immediate needs, including safety planning; options for temporary shelter if the safety risk is immediate; referrals to community partners in the Lincoln Trail ADD; and a warm handoff to the domestic violence program providing domestic violence services in the Lincoln Trail ADD.” The crisis line advocate from GreenHouse17 will conduct an initial assessment and provide appropriate referrals. GreenHouse17 will also be providing access to virtual support groups for survivors who were part of in-person support groups.
Bethany House Abuse Shelter in Somerset will provide services for survivors in Marion, Washington, and Nelson counties. Meade and Breckinridge counties will be served by the Center for Women and Families in Louisville. Barren River Area Safe Space in Bowling Green will serve Grayson, Hardin, and LaRue counties.
The temporary services plan comes after ZeroV made the decision to withdraw funding support for SpringHaven Inc. last month. ZeroV says the plan will be implemented until a new entity is designated. Visit zerov.org/lincolntrail for updates on the plan.
