Agency Description
Domestic Violence Project, Inc., a private, non-profit organization established in 1978, provides safe shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, prevention and educational services for victims, their children and the community.Programming is provided at the Canton Family Services Center, Western Stark Emergency Housing, on-site at both the Canton and Massillon Municipal Courts, through substance abuse prevention programs at area middle schools, and through high school violence prevention programs at over 10 locations in Stark County, Ohio.All services are offered regardless of ability to pay and in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, cultural sensitivity and confidentiality.
Domestic Violence Project, inc. enjoys a highly regarded professional standing for excellence in client services and collaboration within the community. The agency goes to great lengths to ensure service quality through consistent supervision, professional peer review, client evaluations, community satisfaction surveys and active leadership in local and state consortiums. The agency participates in an annual independent audit and consistently exceeds stringent requirements of multiple funding sources and review bodies through sound management, fiscal and record keeping practices.
Services Available
Canton Shelter
This program offers free housing on an emergency 24-hour daily basis to victims of domestic violence and their children. During a stay at the shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and linkage to community resources will be provided.Call 330-453-SAFE for information. All shelter services are free and confidential.
Western Stark Safe Housing Program
This program offers free housing to victims of domestic violence. Admission is available Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm only. During a stay in this program, legal advocacy and linkage to community resources will be provided. Additional services can be obtained through our Canton Shelter program. Call 330-833-8027 or 330-453-SAFE for more information. All services are free and confidential.
Renew Counseling and Recovery Center
Domestic Violence
Alcohol/Drug Addiction
Renew Counseling and Recovery Center offers counseling sessions by licensed and credentialed staff to adults and children. Services include assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, intensive outpatient treatment, and support groups. Medicaid is accepted for substance abuse counseling, and sliding fee financial plans are available. Call 330-445-2000 for assistance.
Legal Advocacy Support Services 
Legal advocates will provide assistance in understanding legal rights, filing protection orders, speaking with the prosecutor’s office and police, and in attending court hearings. The advocates will help with information about civil and criminal legal options. They will provide courtroom advocacy and support, assist with prosecutor appointments, and help make connections with area social service agencies. Advocates also work closely with Community Legal Aid, referring those who request divorce or protection order assistance. Assistance is also available for stalking, which may be committed as random acts of intimidations, harassment, and even violence. Call 330-445-2000 for Canton Court assistance or 330-830-2596/330-830-2595 for Massillon Court assistance.
Community Education
Breaking the cycle of violence begins with prevention. The Community Education Program provides speakers and training for area organizations. The Dating Violence Prevention Program offers programming in the schools for teens ad youth about relationship abuse. The Lifeskills Training Program offers substance abuse programming in the schools for middle school students. To inquire about our educational outreach, call 330-445-2000 ext. 242.
For Shelter Assistance Call
DVP Inc 24-Hour Hotline (330)-453-SAFE
or Email us: shelter@domesticviolenceproj.org
