Empowering individuals and families to end the cycle of domestic abuse
Your safety is essential. We’re here to help you get safe and to provide support and encouragement to help you rebuild your life, free of abuse.
The many ways in which you contribute your time, talents and financial support are deeply appreciated. We are truly grateful for all that you do!
Forbes House is the only domestic violence shelter located in Lake County, Ohio. Our private location provides an ideal place for survivors in Northeast Ohio to heal from the trauma of abuse and rebuild their lives.
No one deserves to be in an unhealthy relationship. Help and support are available through counseling, support groups, advocacy, safety planning and crisis intervention. All services are provide free of charge. We believe that limited resources should not be a barrier for anyone who needs help. Our resources will help you begin your journey to healing and wholeness.
Forbes House is here to listen and help you regain control of your life and achieve independence.
We provide a safe haven for anyone seeking an abuse free life. The shelter is secure and staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Peer support and coordination of community resources to help survivors rebuild their lives.
Support comes in many forms at Forbes House. The most common, emotional support is provided through peer and licensed counseling.
Our team of trained professional are here to make sure that you get the help you need.
Join us for the Gray Riders Annual Dice Run 🎲 for DV, a ride with meaning and momentum for families seeking an abuse-free life – On the open road both motorcycles and cars welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just looking for a meaningful way to spend your day, this event brings people together in support of our mission while enjoying the open road and great company, and a little friendly competition. Roll at each stop for a chance to win cash!!
The Gray Rider’s 14th annual Dash for the Cash Run with food, 50/50, raffle baskets and more! Each ticket gives you a chance to win a wheelbarrow of booze! All bikes out by noon, police escort to the first stop. Last stop is at Jeanne’s with food and raffles! Last bike in by 5pm. Please help end the cycle of domestic violence by supporting Forbes House at this event. Last year, Forbes House provided safety to 173 individuals in shelter (71 children) and 540 survivors with support which is why we need yours!
Lake County’s ONLY domestic violence shelter is the ideal place for survivors from across Northeast Ohio to heal from the trauma of abuse and rebuild their lives.
Forbes House is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
This publication or item was supported by grant number 2020-CA-003-430 awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, through the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.
