Women Aware envisions a society where individuals can live free from violence and injustice. Our mission is to promote the safety and self-sufficiency of individuals and families affected by domestic violence in Middlesex County, New Jersey.

Since 1981, Women Aware has experience providing services to survivors of domestic violence. We focus on practical skills while offering intensive case management, including safety planning, counseling, housing assistance, life skills, parenting education, creative arts therapy for children, advocacy, health education and screening, translation services and pastoral care.

Women Aware’s comprehensive programs provide support across the spectrum of client needs—from emergency crisis intervention to long-term efforts toward independent living. We offer services including a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, community education, support groups, and children’s programs. Women Aware is the lead agency for the Middlesex County Family Justice Center (FJC), the first in the county and fifth in the state. All services are free and confidential.

Services are available to any victim regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, marital status, and military status.

Hotline 
A multi-lingual 24-hour helpline for crisis counseling and referral. 

PALS (Peace: A Learned Solution) 
PALS (Peace: a Learned Solution) Program offers counseling and supportive services to families who have been victimized by domestic violence and abuse.  The PALS Program provides services to families with a Counselor/Advocate while a Creative Arts Therapist sees the children.

The Domestic Violence Legal Advocates 
The Legal Advocate may not provide legal advice, however, the advocate may:

• Inform you of your rights as a survivor of domestic violence
• Assist you in applying for a temporary restraining order and/or answer any questions regarding temporary and final restraining orders
• Act as a liaison between you and law enforcement, court staff, attorneys, etc. (with your permission)
• Offer court preparation and accompaniment for temporary and final restraining order hearings
• Offer assistance and information pertaining to safety planning and strategies 

The Safe House 
A 24-bed emergency shelter in a confidential location. In addition to emergency housing, clients receive food, transportation, case management, residential support groups, assistance with financial and legal needs, and housing and job search.

Support Groups 
We offer support groups in English and Spanish.

Community Education & Training 
We strongly believe in order to reduce domestic violence; we must educate the public about domestic violence and its consequences. Presentations can be tailored to meet your needs.

Volunteer Program 
There are many volunteer opportunities within Women Aware. 

Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Housing / Shelter Community Volunteer Opportunities Legal / Advocacy Advocacy (Legal)
Health Services	Crisis / Safety Domestic Violence
Treatment Services	Outpatient Services Creative Arts Therapy
Areas Served	Middlesex County

Last Updated: 05/30/24