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Resources
Since the start of the pandemic, Yarmouth Police Department has seen an increase in domestic violence related calls for service. A comparison of the same time frame of March through April in 2019 vs. 2020 has shown an increase of 27% in domestic violence incidents. Additionally, there has been 9% increase in arrests as a result of the calls.
The Yarmouth Police Department and area partners have many resources available for the victims of domestic & sexual violence. If you, or someone you know, are in need of assistance please contact the Yarmouth Police Department at 508-775-0445 ex 2100. For emergency calls dial or text 911 for immediate assistance.
Some local resources for help are;
YPD Domestic Violence Advocate: 508-775-0445 ex 2181
Independence House: 1-800-439-6507 www.independencehouse.org
Safelink: 1-877-758-2020 https://casamyrna.org/get-support/safelink/
Children’s Cove: 508-375-0410 www.childrenscove.org
Department of Children & Families: 1-800-792-5200 www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-children-families
Domestic Violence Specialist at DTA: 617-504-6059 www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-transitional-assistance
Total Calls For Service: 555
Arrests/Summons: 8
Alarm Responses: 18
Area/Building Checks: 353