Casa de Misericordia
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Established in 1998, this domestic violence shelter provides comprehensive services to abused women and their children. Casa de Misericordia’s vision is that battered women, despite all they have endured, can reclaim their lives by receiving comprehensive, holistic services and consistent long-term support.

Casa de Misericordia's mission is the empowerment of women and children, the accountability of the batterer and a commitment to work with the Laredo community

Casa de Misericordia provides services to victims of domestic violence without regard to race, national origin, age, physical handicap, religion or sexual preference. Casa is committed to changing the way domestic violence is perceived, as well as the way battered victims and their families' needs are responded to. Last year 207 women and 570 children found shelter and hope for a better life at Casa de Misericordia.
Major Services
  • Residential shelter with 24-hour crisis line
  • Education Center
  • Outreach education
  • Non-Residential/Outreach Services
  • Community referrals
  • Assistance with judicial system
  • Counseling services for adults and children
 Casa de Misericordia Education Center
 
Shelter Services
Casa provides secured, temporary residential services to victims of domestic violence. It can house up to five families. Casa provides a safe place where victims of domestic violence can be oriented, educated on domestic violence and where emotional support is provided. Casa also links victims to appropriate agencies based on their needs and goals.
 
How to Get Help (Non-Residential and Outreach Services)

Casa de Misericordia understands that in order to break the cycle of domestic violence, education must be provided and comprehended. Domestic violence is not caused by the victims, but by the abuser.

If you think you are a victim of domestic violence and want information, call (956) 712-9591 or 1-877-SU-CASA-2 (toll free). Casa staff can assist you with a safety plan and answer questions regarding your situation. All information obtained is confidential. Casa's goal is to orient, educate and provide emotional support to domestic violence victims. Appropriate referrals will be made to community agencies depending on the needs of the victim.

Your safety is of utmost importance. Sometimes the abuse has escalated to the point where you may have to leave your home. Plan ahead, think of relatives, friends, etc. who can assist you. If it is in your best interest to leave your home, do not forget legal documents, change of clothes, money, medication, children's diapers, formula and child's favorite toy. Another consideration may be a protective order. A protective order will remove the batterer from the house. For more information on protective orders, call Casa.

 
Personal Testimony
Read the story of one abuse victim who sought help at Casa de Misericordia.