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For 45 years, Forbes House has been empowering individuals and families to end the cycle of domestic abuse. Lake County’s only domestic violence shelter offers a 24-hour crisis line, emergency food and shelter, counseling, support groups, legal advocacy and education and prevention programming for survivors of domestic violence and their children. Services are provided free of charge as limited resources should not be a barrier for anyone who needs help.
Evolving from a community task force formed in 1977 to address the problem of domestic violence in Lake County, to fulfilling the need for a shelter in 1980, Forbes House continues today to serve as a safe haven for survivors of domestic violence. Though physically located in Lake County, Forbes House serves Northeast Ohio and beyond; caring for all survivors of domestic violence.
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Forbes House empowers individuals and families to end the cycle of domestic abuse.
To help victims thrive and foster an end to domestic abuse through education and advocacy.
Our approach is a holistic one. Immediate shelter is only a temporary solution to an immediate crisis.
Leaving the abusive environment is the first step, but domestic violence survivors often need long-term counseling, housing, legal assistance, and more. We are proud to offer such programs which include advocacy, children’s programs, support groups, community outreach, legal advocacy, and aftercare programs at no charge to our clients. Forbes House also partners with community organizations and businesses to provide additional services to clients.
Our team includes dedicated and passionate people, leading and serving from the heart. Positions range from executive director, program coordinators, Licensed Counselor, court advocates, community educators, and registered advocates. Together we work to end the cycle of domestic violence.
How Can We Help You? We won’t know until you call. When you’re ready, we’ll be here. (440) 357-1018
Lake County’s ONLY domestic violence shelter is the ideal place for survivors from across Northeast Ohio to heal from the trauma of abuse and rebuild their lives.
Forbes House is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
This publication or item was supported by grant number 2020-CA-003-430 awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, through the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.