Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Alternatives to Domestic Violence (ADV) is a private, nonprofit organization serving Western Riverside County, California, dedicated to ending the cycle of domestic abuse through education, counseling, and community support. Since 1978, ADV has worked to empower individuals and families to rebuild their lives free from violence and control. The organization offers comprehensive services that address both the immediate and long-term effects of domestic violence, including a 24-hour crisis line, emergency and transitional housing, individual and group counseling, outreach programs, life skills and job training, and child development services.

ADV’s mission is rooted in promoting accountability, healing, and awareness. The agency seeks to change the social conditions that allow abuse to persist, while ensuring that offenders are held responsible for their actions. Through its integrated programs, ADV also focuses on anger management and emotional regulation, helping individuals recognize triggers, manage stress, and replace harmful behaviors with constructive coping skills. These therapeutic and educational interventions play a vital role in breaking the generational cycle of violence and fostering healthier family dynamics.

The organization’s 60-bed residential facility provides a safe and supportive environment for women and children escaping abuse, while community outreach and education efforts increase public understanding of domestic violence and its widespread impact. ADV’s ultimate goal is to build a community where all individuals can live with dignity, respect, and safety—empowered to create lasting change for themselves and future generations.