King George Domestic Violence Task Force - Empowerhouse

Background

King George County has developed a Task Force to address the needs of those individuals and families who have experienced or believe they are experiencing Domestic Violence in their homes. The Task Force is made up of several Agencies who have experience in this area and to whom you may turn to for assistance. If you believe that you are or have been exposed to Domestic Violence and need assistance, the following agencies are easily contacted and ready to help:

Empowerhouse - Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence

Services Offered

  • Domestic violence shelter
  • Emergency parking spot in front of Sheriff’s Office
  • 24-hour hot line (877-734-7238)
  • Bilingual services for Hispanic/Latina victims
  • Court advocacy
  • Risk assessment and safety planning
  • 911 cell phones
  • Support/education groups for women
  • Groups for children
  • Groups for teen girls
  • Dating violence prevention


King George Department of Social Services

Location

  • 10069 Kings Highway
    King George, VA 22485

Services Offered

All services are listed on the County Website. Specific Domestic Violence assistance is discussed on an individualized basis and requires contact with a local social worker. You can contact the agency by calling (540) 775-5634 and asking for the Intake Social Worker.


King George Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Office

Location

Services Offered

  • Prosecution of all crimes committed in King George County.
  • Witness/victim services for pending criminal prosecution.


King George Sheriff’s Office

Location

  • 10445 Government Center Boulevard
    King George, VA 22485
    Phone: (540) 775-2049

Services Offered

  • Law Enforcement and response.
  • Empowerhouse - 911 Response to Domestic Violence Calls.


King George Court Services Unit

Location

  • King George Court House
    9483 Kings Highway
    King George, VA 22485
    Phone: (540) 775-9044