Behavioral Health Services North -- STOP Domestic Violence

Last Updated:February 19, 2004

Address

Suite 201, 159 Margaret Street

Plattsburgh NY 12901
County: Clinton

Contacts

Susan Kelley
Director

Telephone: (518) 563-6904
Fax: (518) 563-9958
E-Mail: skelley@bhsn.org

Hours of Operation

24 hour telephone service for emergencies; 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday for appointments. Evening appts. arranged.

Services Provided

Domestic violence educational information and speakers; referrals to lawyers, mental health, etc.; advocacy for courts/entitlements/housing; child care during meetings and appointments for clients; women's support groups; children's program; individual counseling for domestic violence victims; residential services.

Public assistance pays for eligible persons.

Service Eligibility

Battered and formerly battered and abused persons and their dependent children

Referral Procedure

Call (preferred); walk-in; referral

Fee Schedule

None
Comments: Sliding schedule for residential services in three apartments; based on ability to pay. No charge for non-residential services.

Volunteer Opportunities

Hot line, child care, newsletter, fund raising, office work, public education, advocacy

Additional Information

All volunteers required to participate in twelve hours of training if they are to have client contact. Staff training and information available in Clinton and Essex counties. Temporary emergency refuge for victims; safe dwelling program for Clinton County and Essex County residents; other counties as space is available for eligibles.