We prevent support heal

We educate the community to break the cycle of violence​. When home isn't safe, we provide shelter in a caring, supportive environment. Through our wide range of trauma informed services, we aid survivors in the healing needed to reclaim their lives.

Do you feel unsafe or uncomfortable in your relationship?

Is your partner threatening to harm you, controlling you or physically harming you?

You are not alone. Help is just a phone call away.

Call our 24 Hour Hotline at (631) 666-8833

About

A pioneer in reaching out to victims and survivors of abuse on Long Island

L.I. Against Domestic Violence provides a range of services that help over 14,000 Long Island adults and children each year to escape from abusive relationships and build new lives. Founded in 1976, we are a regional pioneer and leader in empowering victims and survivors, providing them with shelter and support, and working with law enforcement and the community to prevent abuse.

Not safe at home?

Is your partner abusing or threatening you? Don’t wait! Safety and support are just a call away!

Call our 24 Hour Hotline at (631) 666-8833

Caridad also provides up to 1,000 hot, nutritious meals to needy New Yorkers throughout Manhattan and the Bronx every night of the year. The Grand Central Food Program begins each night by providing meals at St. Bartholomew’s Church on 32st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues. From there, three mobile vans leave to provide meals at the stops and approximate times listed below.

If you need information on where to get assistance with food services please call (212) 444-8282

Homeless individuals and families have a right to shelter in the City of New York. If you are currently homeless, you can seek assistance at the intake shelters listed below which are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you have a question about accessing shelter or other services please call (212) 444-8282

We provide services three days a week.
Our shower and clothing program at our campus (327 Homdoz Place) is now offered indoors on a limited basis. The program takes place on Tuesdays (for men and women), Wednesdays (men) and Fridays (men). Sign up takes place at 6:45 a.m. on the day of the program. Each person receives hygiene items and a full set of clean clothing.

If you have more questions please call (212) 444-8282

We provide medical care. Medical care is available on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. All medical care is provided free of charge, regardless of insurance status.

If you have more questions please call (212) 444-8282

Citywide impact

Thanks to you, Caridad has been keeping its doors open to safely serve New Yorkers in crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Caring During the COVID19

Vulnerable neighbors are still in need of critical care. Our Red Doors continue to stay open every day and you can help.

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"I have finally gotten out of my domestic violence situation and have my life back. You were a ray of hope in what seemed like a hopeless situation."

We've Joined Forces

We're serving more. Because of you.

In order to effectively combat the epidemic of homelessness affecting nearly 80,000 people in New York City and to meet the needs of our neighbors across the New York metro area, Caridad and Drib Rescue Mission have joined forces with The Env Mission. Leveraging more than 400 years of combined service, three historic organizations have united to reimagine the fight against poverty and homelessness.