By providing mission driven, client centered, culturally relevant services through case management plans, we help clients create outcomes that address life satisfaction, hope and optimism, empowerment and knowledge about issues associated with interpersonal violence and the services available to address these issues. Our ultimate goal is to assure client self-sufficiency and sustainable change through coaching and empowering strategies. We believe that it is imperative for agencies to work in harmony to eliminate duplication of services and to maximize each agency’s resources.
We provide the following services:
24 hour hotline
Emergency shelter placement
Individual peer counseling
Counseling for non-offending partners and family members
Safety planning
Information and referrals
Case management and support services
Court and hospital accompaniment
Food Pantry
Clothes closet
Client/Service Provider resource library
Taskforce technical /staff support
Children's programs
Support groups for adults and children who have experienced or have been impacted by sexual and/or domestic violence.
Community education
We provide interactive, cost-free workshops for groups of all sizes in order to create awareness of the issues surrounding sexual and domestic violence. If you need a dynamic speaker, informative presentation, training for your staff or group, click here to make a request, or contact our Community Services Director by calling 804.458.2704.
Volunteer Opportunities
Through the generosity of several businesses, various groups, individuals, houses of worship, and other organizations, The James House is able to address the needs of families in our community. Volunteers contribute unique talents, skills and knowledge that assist the us in achieving our mission.
Hospital Advocate
Hospital advocate volunteers meet survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the emergency rooms of local hospitals, offering support when people are most vulnerable and experiencing crisis. This volunteer position requires making a one year commitment to being on-call three times a month.
REACT and MAP the Way Children's Program Support
Volunteers assist facilitators lead fun, structured play and learning activities.
Speaker’s Bureau
These volunteers attend community events and speaking engagements as ambassadors of the James House. Speaker’s Bureau volunteers provide information about services and programs available at the James House and educate the public about domestic and sexual violence.
Administrative Support
Administrative volunteers provide integral support to our staff. These volunteers assist with general office duties and seasonal projects such as special events and funding campaigns.
Support Group Co-Facilitation
Volunteers help our staff with support groups and activities.
We also have opportunities for churches and other community groups, including donation drives to benefit our clients and other projects as needed.
To volunteer with us, please submit a completed volunteer application. Click here to request a printable application.
