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For immediate assistance, please call the Florida Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-500-1119 or TDD (800) 621-4202
Charlotte
Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies
Also Known As: C.A.R.E.
Hotline: (941) 627-6000
TDD: (941) 627-6000
Mission:
The mission of The Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies, Inc. is to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes in Charlotte County, Florida. The Goal of C.A.R.E. is to create safety in community by helping survivors and to promote non-violent relationships by example and education.
Administration:
C.A.R.E. of Charlotte County, Inc.
Phone: (941) 639-5499
Fax: (941) 639-7079
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.carefl.org
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 510234
Punta Gorda, FL 33951
Contact: Kay Tvaroch
Title: Executive Director
Shelter:
Confidential Location
Accessible by Public Transportation: No
Number of Beds: 18
Transitional Housing: 1 Unit / 3 Beds
Outreach:
Phone: (941) 475-6465 (Englewood Hotline)
Hours: Call for Hours and Location
Thrift Store(s):
ReUse Stores
7070 Environmental Way
Englewood, FL 34224
Phone: (941) 697-8800
Accessible by Public Transportation: No
Hours: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Tues.-Sat.
19675 Kenilworth Boulevard
Port Charlotte, FL 33954
Phone: (941) 624-3488
Accessible by Public Transportation: No
Hours: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Tues.-Sat.
Additional Services:
- Certified Rape Crisis Center
- DV Emergency Response Team
- Food and Clothing Assistance
- Pet Fostering Off-Site
- Transitional Housing