DEVELOPING OPTIONS FOR VIOLENT EMERGENCIES | ST. ELIZABETH HEALTHCARE
Offers confidential, free, forensic examinations conducted by a nurse who is specially trained in providing care to survivors of domestic/intimate partner violence. Examinations may include documenting a history of physical/psychological abuse, assessing and documenting current injuries, and collecting forensic evidence. Nurses also provide guidance to further sources of physical, psychological, and legal assistance.
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211 UWGC
Physical Address
One Medical Village Drive, Edgewood, KY 41017-3403
Hours
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fax
(859) 301-2043
Application process
To speak to a DOVE nurse or set up an appointment, contact the DOVE office by phone at (859) 212-4254. Outside of office hours or in case of an emergency, visit an Emergency Department in person.
Fee
Free.
Eligibility
Open to anyone experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence. Victim-survivors do not have to report to the police in order to receive an exam.
Agency info
ST. ELIZABETH HEALTHCARE
Nonprofit, multispecialty health care system comprised of multiple hospitals, urgent care facilities, and physicians offices.