Programs
Domestic Violence Services
YWCA Oklahoma City provides safety, education, and hope to victims of domestic violence in our community. Our crisis services programs are designed to help break the cycle of violence and provide victims with the empowerment they need to be self-sufficient. All programs are offered free of charge.
Our wrap around services means victims have access to advocacy, support, and much more whether they reside at our shelter or not. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence please call 1-800-522-7233
Emergency Residential Shelter
- The Thelma Gaylord Emergency Shelter is the only certified shelter for women and children in Oklahoma County.
- If you or somone you know is fleeing violence in their home, please call our hotline at (405) 917-9922
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance Program (DVVAP)
- DVVAP provides on-site assistance at the police station in filing victim protection orders and safety planning. The DVVAP director also accompanies victims to court when appropriate.
- YWCA Oklahoma City is proud to house our Domestic Violence Community Advocates at Palomar. This location allows us to work under the same roof as agencies like Legal Aid, the Oklahoma City Police Department, DHS and many others.
- Clients have one stop access to the programs they need to break the cycle of domestic violence in their lives.
Children’s Services
- Child Advocates offer education and support to help children avoid further victimization, verbalize feelings, learn appropriate ways to express emotions and understand what is occurring in their families.
Domestic Violence Nurse Examiner (DVNE)
- A DVNE exam is a holistic medical assessment that focuses on healing from both physical and emotional trauma after domestic abuse or assault. We strive to make Forensic Exams a therapeutic experience and help connect the patient to medical follow up and resources as needed.
- YWCA Forensic Nurses provide trauma-informed care while documenting injuries and collecting and preserving evidence after domestic abuse or assault at the request of the patient. Patients have the ability to release their medical exam to Law Enforcement, if desired.
- In order to assess for medical complications after strangulation, YWCA Forensic Nurses provide Strangulation Assessments that include documentation of injury, signs and symptoms, and medical referrals as needed.
- YWCA Forensic Exams are provided free of charge.
- If you or someone you know is in need of a DVNE exam, please call the 24 hour hotline at (405)917-9922
EmPAWerment Program
- YWCA Oklahoma City provides a co-sheltering model so pets of survivors can stay onsite through our indoor and outdoor kennel areas, pet living room, play yard, and dog bath area.
- We proudly partner with the OK Humane Society’s Animal Advocacy program that provides fostering, vet care, and supplies to victims and their furry families.
- Shop for items for our pet shelter by clicking the logos below:
