COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT FOR EVERY SURVIVOR
Iris provides safety, shelter, and support to survivors of domestic violence,
sexual assault and adult human trafficking across nine Louisiana parishes.Â
SAFETY. SHELTER. SUPPORT.
Three ways Iris Domestic Violence Center meets survivors where they are.Â
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Immediate protection and trauma informed crisis response.
A safe place for survivors and their children.
Help to heal, rebuild, and move forward.
24/7 Crisis Hotline and Response
Trained, trauma informed advocates respond when someone needs help.
Emergency Shelter
Private rooms for survivors and their children.
Children and Family Support
Helping children heal today while breaking generational patterns of violence for tomorrow.
Safety Planning and Risk Assessment
Individualized support based on each survivor’s circumstances and level of risk.
Families Stay Together
Private, family centered spaces help preserve stability and connection.
Counseling and Support Groups
Trauma informed services support healing and recovery.
Support for domestic violence, sexual assault and adult human trafficking.
Pet Friendly Shelter
Dedicated rooms allow survivors to seek safety without leaving pets behind.
Health and Wellness
Onsite medical services help address survivors’ health needs.
Legal Advocacy and Representation
Help with protective orders and navigating the justice system.Â
Transitional Housing
Onsite and community based housing provides a pathway toward greater stability and independence.
Practical Support and Resources
Case management, transportation and connections to resources help reduce barriers and build stability.
Safety, dignity and stability when home is not safe. Shelter is more than a safe place to stay. It is a place to begin again.
Every survivor’s path forward is different. Support is tailored to meet them where they are.
Safety begins with listening, understanding risk and helping survivors identify their next step.
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When You CallÂ
A trained, trauma informed advocate answers the call.
Compassionate support is available 24 hours a day.
Your SAFETY COMES FIRST.  You may be asked if you are in a safe place to talk. If you are in immediate danger, calling 911 or moving to a safer location may be necessary.
Your privacy matters. When possible, calling from a private space is encouraged.
Some questions may be difficult to answer openly in the presence of others.
A SAFETY ASSESMENT helps us help you
Iris follows nationally recognized best practice safety assessment protocols. These questions help us understand risk, support safety planning, and connect callers with the most appropriate resources and services.
The goal is to listen, support, and help identify next steps based on each person’s unique situation.
Police involvement is not required for assistance.Â
One Campus. Comprehensive Care.
Louisiana’s largest single site domestic violence program.
Iris is more than a shelter. It is a protected campus providing comprehensive services at no cost for survivors and their children.
By the Numbers:​
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24-HOUR CRISIS HOTLINE & RESPONSE
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174+ individuals served onsite
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Private emergency shelter rooms
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Onsite transitional housing units
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Pet-friendly rooms
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Age appropriate spaces and services for children
Safety. Shelter. Support. All in one place.
Parishes Served
East Baton RougeÂ
LivingstonÂ
AscensionÂ
IbervilleÂ
West Baton RougeÂ
Point CoupeeÂ
East FelicianaÂ
ConcordiaÂ
West FelicianaÂ
