Welcome to the Resource Center of Somerset

So many Somerset County residents, like those in every other county in New Jersey, are significantly impacted by domestic abuse. Many of our neighbors live a life filled with fear and sadness. They endure countless indignities and assaults that transcend the physical aspect of abuse. Many victims of abuse experience emotional, verbal, sexual and financial abuse as a precursor to the physical violence that inevitably comes once a victim has been stripped of her sense of self.

The Resource Center of Somerset, Inc. is a non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to serving those whose lives have been impacted by domestic abuse. We have advocated and provided services for more than 30 years.  Our mission is to end domestic abuse and empower victims by providing protection, education and resources. We are committed to providing quality services in all areas of operations in an efficient and effective manner. Our goal is to grow and adapt our services to meet the changing needs of our clients.

Originally named The Resource Center for Women and Their Families and founded by a small group of volunteers in 1979, the Resource Center of Somerset provides services that are based on the principles of respect for others and empowerment of those who, due to abuse, have lost their voices. Empowerment and self determination constitute the core of the agency’s values which permeate every aspect of the services offered to victims of abuse and their children. Other values we believe in include confidentiality and privacy, integrity and consistency as well as respect for individuals’ diversity and beliefs.

As a round-the-clock program, the Resource Center stands ready to help by providing a safe, supportive and empowering environment that promotes healing and assists individuals as they engage in their journey from victims to survivors.  Our Services include not only emergency shelter but legal advocacy, outreach counseling, community education, volunteer Domestic Violence Response Teams working with local police departments, transitional housing and more. Services are provided to survivors of domestic abuse, women, men and children, free of charge, confidential, and provided in English and Spanish.

In Memoriam

Assemblyman Peter J. Biondi

1942-2011

Peter J. Biondi proudly served the people of Somerset County on all levels of government, state, county and local.  He championed many causes that were aimed directly at improving the quality of life for his community.  Peter also had a personal and private passion for helping victims of domestic abuse.  He often spoke passionately about the obligation and need of the community to work hard to prevent domestic violence and to provide care for the victims and survivors.  He was an avid supporter of the Resource Center, the founding member of our Advisory Board and helped provide funding to support the programs and services that provide help and hope for people affected by domestic abuse.  Pete was a good friend to the Resource Center and we will miss him.

Visit our Legacy for Peter J. Biondi – For Pete’s Sake page for more information.

The Resource Center Presents Annual Awards to Community Supporters at A Starry Night in London Gala

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Our mission is to end domestic abuse and
empower victims by providing protection, education and resources.