Summary of Services
- Offers access to crisis counseling and safety planning for victims of domestic violence
- Provides transitional housing to help clients move toward independence and stability
- Offers court advocacy and legal support for survivors navigating the justice system
- Provides recovery services for sexual assault and a rape-crisis unit
- Educates the public on domestic violence, sexual assault, and available resources
Creating a Safe and Supportive Community
Founded in 1990 as the Safety Shelter of St. Johns County and renamed the Betty Griffin House in 1992, the Betty Griffin Center offers 54 beds and is supported by a dedicated team of 76 staff members. It advocates for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes and works to create a safer and more supportive community for those affected by these traumatic experiences.
Offering Access to Crisis Intervention
The center impacts over a thousand individuals annually through various community events and programs, which include sexual assault recovery services, a rape crisis unit, counseling, court advocacy, legal assistance, transitional housing, and education.
The Betty Griffin Center also offers a 24-hour helpline, (904) 824-1555, which provides immediate access to crisis intervention and support. Trained advocates on the helpline offer compassionate listening, emotional support, and information about available services.
Two Thrift Stores United by a Common Mission
The Betty Griffin Center benefits from proceeds raised at its two thrift stores: Betty Griffin Anastasia Island Thrift Shoppe (located at 1961 A1A South, St. Augustine, open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and Betty Griffin Julington Square Thrift Shoppe (located at 445 SR 13, Fruit Cove, FL 32259, open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
Visitors can support the Betty Griffin Center’s mission and positively impact the community by shopping for a variety of items, including appliances, art, clothing, and furniture. For additional details about the Betty Griffin Anastasia Island Thrift Shoppe, please call (904) 471-4716. For information on the Julington Square Thrift Shoppe, call (904) 230-5435.