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Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County offers a 24/7 hotline, domestic violence shelter, legal clinic and education, and community outreach.

10/06/2026

The Silent Witness Project is a poignant and powerful visual memorial dedicated to victims of domestic violence. Held in communities across the country since 1990, each memorial features red, life-sized silhouettes, each bearing a shield that shares the story of a community member who lost their life at the hands of an abusive partner.

The Silent Witness Project raises awareness about the devastating impact of domestic violence and honors the memories of those who can no longer speak for themselves. See above for the schedule for the Silent Witness Project, and please take care while visiting.

10/01/2026

Survivor voices matter. Believe them. Stand with them.

Domestic violence and sexual assault do not exist in separate spaces. They are deeply interconnected forms of gender-based violence, often rooted in patterns of power and control.

During , we’re reminding our community that standing with survivors means listening to their experiences & believing their voices.

This work extends to our local college campuses, too. Monica, an attorney with the Domestic Violence Legal Center (DVLC), is available to address sexual assault and Title IX issues and help students understand their rights and options.

We believe survivors.
We stand with survivors.
& we will continue working toward a community where everyone can live safely and free from violence. 💜

09/30/2026

✨ Two more decades of building a Community of Care.💜

As we close out our journey through 50 years of DVS, we’re celebrating the people, partnerships & programs that have helped us grow alongside our community.

In 2019, Christine Gilfillan stepped into the role of Director, helping lead DVS into its next chapter of advocacy, prevention & survivor-centered services.

Then, in 2022, DVS expanded advocacy into medical systems, creating another important pathway to meet survivors where they are and connect them with support.

50 years of service. Decades of advocacy. One Community of Care.💜

And the celebration isn’t over! Join us TOMORROW, October 1st at 8:15 AM, for our DVS press launch as we officially kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month and continue honoring 50 years of serving our community.

We can’t wait to see you there! 💜

09/22/2026

🎨🌳 Art in the Park is getting a special 50th-year twist!

Historically, Art in the Park has been our annual bake sale, but this year we’re making it even bigger—a celebration of community, creativity & connection! 💜

Join us for:
🎨 Local art vendors
🤝 Community partners
🧁 Kid's Activities
♻️ A community donation drive!

Doing some fall cleaning? Bring your yard sale leftovers, gently used clothing, small housewares & other donatable items to the park, and we’ll take care of the CommunityAid drop-off for you!

Our partnership with the .foundation helps us expand resources for survivors right here in our community, so your donations truly make an impact.

Come celebrate 50 years of building a community of care with us. We hope to see you at Art in the Park! 💜

09/20/2026

DVAM is just around the corner, and we’re keeping the momentum going! 💜

Up next are TWO more opportunities to come together, connect, and continue building a Community of Care.

📅 Healthcare Cares about DV, Oct. 14th
📅 Wear Purple Day! Oct. 15th

Planning to participate? We want to see it! 💜 Be sure to tag us in your photos and posts on the days you participate so we can see our Community of Care in action and share the support throughout DVAM.

Save the dates, spread the word, and invite others to join in!

09/18/2026

💜 Collaboration is at the heart of a strong community of care!

Yesterday at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, DVS and YWCA Lancaster worked together to connect students with education, advocacy & legal resources.

✨ Jada — Community Educator, DVS
⚖️ Monica — Attorney, DVS
💜 Maria — Legal Advocate, YWCA

By working across victim service programs, we’re able to strengthen our response, expand access to resources, and make sure survivors know support is available.

Different roles. Shared mission. Stronger together. 💜

09/15/2026

Throwing it back to 1990s & 20 years of serving survivors in our community! 💜

By this time, our community of care had spent two decades creating more than services—we were creating welcoming spaces that felt like home, because safety, comfort, and belonging can be an important part of healing.

Financial barriers can make finding that safety even harder. Abusive partners may sabotage employment, damage credit, take out loans in a survivor’s name, or control access to money. This puts safe housing, secure employment & other basic needs out of reach.

That’s why our work has always been about more than providing a safe place. It’s about helping survivors access the resources, stability, and support they need to move forward.

20 years of service. A warm place to land. A community of care that continues to grow. Learn about your local services: https://shorturl.at/tyBP3

09/11/2026

October is a month of awareness & we want to spotlight the community partners that help us stay visible. Support survivors in our community by stopping at both & all OCTOBER long for our specialty drinks.

📅 ALL OCTOBER — Rachel's Cafe & Creperie Specialty Drink
📅 October 15th — Purpose & Pours
…and more to come!

09/08/2026

✨ Throwing it back to the 1980s and the roots of this community of care!

Before Domestic Violence Awareness Month was recognized nationally, our community was already taking action with Domestic Violence Week - creating space for education, advocacy & support.

This week, we’re celebrating the first 10 years of service in our community and continuing to build a community of care through public advocacy, education, and survivor support. We’re also proud to celebrate Delia Sanchez, honored this past year with the Individual Direct Service Award for her dedication to supporting survivors. 💜

Domestic violence programs provide lifesaving services every day: from shelter and housing to basic necessities and wraparound support that help survivors and their children build safer lives.

10 years of service. Decades of advocacy. A community of care. Learn about your local services: https://shorturl.at/tyBP3

09/04/2026

DVAM 2026 is coming & we’re making it a year to remember. 💜

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year is extra special as we celebrate 50 years of DVS building a community of care.

Mark your calendars, save the dates & plan to join us throughout October as we remember our legacy, honor survivors, celebrate advocates, and look toward the next 50 years.

📅 October 1 — DVAM Press Launch
📅 October 4 — Art in the Park
…and more to come!

There’s a place for everyone in this movement. We’ll see you there.

Address

601 S Queen Street
Lancaster, PA
17603

Telephone

+17172991249

Website

https://caplanc.org/DVS

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