I've got the Fifth Street Blues.  I don't know what to do.  Mentally abused-my mind torn apart.  I have to get out and make a new start.  Where can I go to get out of this mess?  I wish I were dead, that might be best.  Women in Crisis, what could that be?  Is there really someone out there who can understand and help me?  Confused, afraid and feeling alone, I felt I had no life of my own.  Surrounded with people who really care.  They know what I'm going through because they've been there.  I'm finding out just who I am.  I like me a lot-I'm becoming whole again.  I'm going to miss living here- you women are the best.  But I'm getting stronger-my life must go on.  So I'll come back to visit and for meetings-to fill you in on the rest.
Thank you all for being my friends
                              I'm so happy I'm alive again                -S. Brown '98

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Berks Women in Crisis provides services to victims of domestic and sexual violence.

"The mission of Berks Women in Crisis is to provide supportive services for victims and eliminate domestic and sexual violence in Berks County."

We are committed to the understanding and prevention of personal and institutional violence against individuals. Our goal is it to improve the quality and the safety of victims’ lives by providing services, advocating for peace, and ultimately eliminating violence in society.

Our free and confidential services include:

  • Hotlines in both English and Spanish
  • Emergency shelter
  • Medical accompaniment at both local hospitals
  • Group and individual counseling
  • Childcare for women in shelter
  • Representation by an attorney at final PFA hearings in court
  • Advocacy for individuals applying for protection from abuse orders
  • Vast range of support and advocacy services for victims of sexual assault

Berks Women in Crisis also has other programs which may have a cost attached to them.  

  • Prevention education presentations and groups in Berks County schools, through PeaceWorks, our education and public relations project
  • Educational presentations to colleges, child care centers, churches, social organizations, service agencies, businesses, government groups or any entity who requests a program through PeaceWorks
  • Transitional housing at Sojourner Truth House, The Hilbert House, and The Emma Lazarus Place
  • Childcare at Emma's Place
  • 60-hour Educational Seminar offered twice a year; in the spring during Monday and Wednesday evenings and in the fall on Tuesday and Thursday mornings




Berks Women in Crisis



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