Physical & Emotional Abuse
Domestic Violence
Champaign
Domestic Abuse Survivor Group (2016 F,P) Abusive relationships can be complicated. The Domestic Abuse Survivor Group focuses on providing education about healthy relationships, abuse dynamics, and encouraging the group to be supportive to one another. This support group is for anyone experiencing domestic violence. Meets 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., every Tuesday of the month. Please call or email for meeting times and location. Call: 217-239-5346 Email: swhalen@courageconnection.org Local Website: courageconnection.org
Macon
Domestic Violence Support Group (2016 F,P) This support group is for victims of domestic violence to learn about the dynamics around domestic violence, types of abuse, cycle of abuse, safety planning, legal rights for victims of domestic violence and the effects domestic violence has on children. Shelter, individual and group counseling, information and referral, legal advocacy and other advocacy services are provided. Meets Wed., 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at 302 S. Union, Decatur, IL. Call: (217) 423-2238 Email: lmackey@doveinc.org Local Website: www.doveinc.org Write: 302 S. Union St., Decatur, IL 62522
Dove Domestic Violence Women’s Support Group (1986 F,P/L) This group offers support, safety, and self-help for women who are victims of domestic violence and their children. Child care is provided. Children attend Children’s Group while parent is in adult group. Meets Tues., 5:30-7:00 p.m., 302 S. Union St., Decatur. Call: (217) 423-2238 Email: lmackey@doveinc.org Local Website: doveinc.org
McLean
Dads For Dads (2004 F,P/L) This support group is for any father wanting to grow in his parenting role. It provides an opportunity to meet other dedicated fathers in a confidential and understanding atmosphere. The group discusses various helpful topics, issues, solutions, and resources. Light meal and referrals to other services provided. Child care is available by reservation. Call: (312) 424-0200 Email: agarcia@childrenshomeandaid.org Local Website: childrenshomeandaid.org Write: Children’s Home + Aid, 403 S. State St., Bloomington, IL 61701
The Butterfly Project (2009 F,P/L) This group is for women and their children who have experienced, or are currently involved in some form of domestic violence. Childcare and light meal provided. Call: (312) 424-0200 Email: agarcia@childrenshomeandaid.org Local Website: childrenshomeandaid.org Write: Children’s Home + Aid, 403 S. State St., Bloomington, IL61701
Sexual Abuse / Incest / Rape
Macon
Domestic Violence Support Group (2016 F,P) This support group is for victims of domestic violence to learn about the dynamics around domestic violence, types of abuse, cycle of abuse, safety planning, legal rights for victims of domestic violence and the effects domestic violence has on children. Shelter, individual and group counseling, information and referral, legal advocacy and other advocacy services are provided. Meets Wed., 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at 302 S. Union, Decatur, IL. Call: (217) 423-2238 Email: lmackey@doveinc.org Local Website: www.doveinc.org Write: 302 S. Union St., Decatur, IL 62522
A: Affiliated with a state, national or international group
F: Freestanding group
L: Lay run/organized group
P/L: Professional and lay persons share facilitation/organizational roles in group
P: Professional facilitates and/or organizes group meetings