Bedford Domestic Violence Services

12/15/2025

Staff from BDVS were blessed with a donation from the Bedford Elk Lodge #2844 to support DV survivors. Thanks so much for all that each of you do throughout the year.

12/12/2025

As the Director of Bedford Domestic Violence Services, I want to say I am so grateful for my staff. Each one brings a special talent to the team. We gathered today to enjoy one another and to keep our balance of hard work for our clients. Thank you BDVS Staff 2025. You are amazing.
Sincerely, Cori D.

12/09/2025

A big "Thank You" to Jai for always presenting a beautiful tree at the Bedford Area Welcome Center to support the work and awareness for BDVS. We are so grateful for all the ways that Jai and Tommy give to this program. 🤩

If you're going to the Festival of Trees Bedford VA at the Bedford Area Welcome Center be sure to go see this one! Thank you to the Blue Lady and Jai Ipilito for decorating tree for Bedford Domestic Violence Services.

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12/05/2025

Our DV support group is scheduled for Dec. 18th. Call to reserve your spot and to gather with others who are survivors. Our advocates have lots of information to share. 540-587-0970

We are hosting another support group here in Bedford. If you would like to join, please make sure to register. Space is limited.

12/01/2025

Bedford Domestic Violence Coalition held the raffle for a new Cub Cadet lawnmower and here is the winner. Thanks Boo Jones, for supporting BDVC. This has been an awesome year for the coalition and its efforts to support the work done at BDVS.

12/01/2025

We want to say "CONGRATULATIONS" to Boo Jones for winning the Cub Cadet lawnmower. We appreciate your raffle donation.

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11/26/2025

Our office will be closing today at 12pm, but our hotlines are always open. 540-587-0970.
We hope you all have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

11/25/2025

We can always count on the Bedford Elks Lodge #2844 to support our clients with lots of needed donations. Thanks so much for your continued support.

11/12/2025

There is still time to register for the Domestic Violence group.
540-587-0970.

We are hosting another support group here in Bedford. If you would like to join, please make sure to register. Space is limited.

11/05/2025

Evelyn Johnson Volunteer Award:

Kassidy Smith

There have been many changes at Bedford Domestic Violence Services in the past few years. One thing that has not changed is the need for volunteers who have a passion to help others.
When the staff at BDVS are busy and there are hundreds of other things that need to be done we look to our volunteers to assist. Donations are so important to the program, and those donations must be sorted and logged and put away. Files need to be updated, phones need to be answered, clients may need to be transported, or a simple word of encouragement to victims and staff can brighten up any day.
The recipients of this award have been actively involved in helping the residents and staff to enjoy the day-to-day tasks that surround the services at BDVS.

On top of multiple jobs and schoolwork, Kassidy reached out to our program and put in many hours of volunteer work each week. She helped organize the shelter as well as process and sort many donations. Her work helped get needed donations to our clients and keep the walk-in center welcoming and presentable to visitors.

10/31/2025

Halloween is all about creativity, costumes, and community—but safety should never be scary.

Whether you’re trick-or-treating, going out with friends, or handing out candy at home, remember:
✨ Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected.
✨ Consent always matters—yes, even at costume parties.
✨ Boundaries aren’t up for debate.

Let’s make this Halloween fun, safe, and full of care for ourselves, our neighbors, and our communities 🎃

10/30/2025

Purple Ribbon Award:

Lisa Mansel

The Purple Ribbon Award was created years ago to honor all victims in our community…the victims we are aware of and the victims who haven’t yet found the courage to speak about the abuse they endure.

Lisa was a new addition to the coalition this year and has been instrumental in the growth in both the coalition and at BDVS. She jumped right in to learn about the experience of the victims by immersing herself with staff at the shelter and even attending the annual Action Alliance training with staff. She has been very responsive to needs and desires expressed by the staff. Some of her accomplishments have included creating a garden at the shelter, organizing an art auction to benefit the coalition, and bringing on several more board members to keep the coalition thriving. She has been a very hands-on board member, and we are incredibly grateful for all her contributions.