A non-profit specializing in supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence
02/16/2026
Our offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th, in observance of President’s Day.
Even while our doors are closed, you are not alone. Our crisis lines remain open around the clock, offering support, safety, and someone who will listen.
Domestic Violence Support: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault Support: 615‑494‑9262
Please reach out whenever you need us. We’re here for you.
02/15/2026
To our survivors, donors, and volunteers:
On this Valentine’s Day, may love find you gently — in the quiet moments, in the breath you didn’t realize you were holding, in the truth that your worth is not earned but inherent.
You are a testament to resilience, to generosity, to the kind of courage that reshapes the world in small, luminous ways.
May you feel cherished, may you feel seen, and may you never forget the sacred truth at the center of your being:
You matter. You are worthy. You are loved.
02/12/2026
Our office will be closed today, February 12th, for mandatory staff training as we work to sharpen our team’s toolkit and continue providing the highest quality, compassionate services to all survivors.
We will resume normal operating hours on Friday, February 13th, and we look forward to seeing you then.
02/11/2026
We’re grateful to be recognized as a 2026 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards grant recipient. This funding allows us to further our work in supporting survivors of domestic violence and deepening our impact in Murfreesboro, TN. Thank you to Chick-fil-A and our community partners for supporting this work!
02/09/2026
You are cordially invited to Show Your Till, our annual charity luncheon on April 30th at The View at the Fountains from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This gathering offers a catered meal and a dynamic speaker who will uplift, inform, and inspire.
Your presence and support help us make a meaningful impact in the lives of sexual assault survivors. We are committed to cultivating strong community partnerships and filling our tills with life‑saving dollars that ensure every survivor is seen, heard, and believed. You matter, and we stand with you.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For details, please contact our Executive Director at ericka@dvsacenter.org.
Tickets are available now on Eventbrite. Click on the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/show-your-till-tickets-1980032410240?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
01/29/2026
We value the opportunity to support you, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of our staff and survivors. Due to the closure of Murfreesboro City Schools, our offices will be closed on January 29th. We will reopen when city schools resume operations.
Our crisis lines remain available 24/7:
Domestic Violence: 615-896-2012
Sexual Assault: 615-494-9262
Please reach out anytime you need support.
01/28/2026
Our offices will remain closed on January 28th due to inclement weather. The safety and well‑being of all survivors is our top priority, and we encourage everyone to stay safe and warm.
Even while our physical offices are closed, our crisis lines remain available 24/7. Please reach out if you need support.
Crisis Line Numbers
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262
We will reopen when Murfreesboro City Schools resume operations.
You are not alone, and support is always available.
01/26/2026
Due to severe weather and city school closures, our office will be closed on January 26th and 27th.
Even with our physical office closed, your access to support does not stop. Our crisis lines remain open 24/7, and trained advocates are ready to stand with you whenever you need us.
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262
Your safety, your choices, and your voice matter. Please take care of yourself during this weather, and reach out whenever you need support.
01/21/2026
We are endlessly grateful for the love our community pours into our survivors. Your in‑kind donations don’t just meet needs — they remind people that they are seen, valued, and supported.
Because our needs change often, we ask that you reach out to our office before bringing items by our public office. Approved donations can be dropped off during business hours, and every single contribution truly makes a difference.
If you prefer an easy way to give, our Amazon list is always kept up to date with what our survivors need most. Here is the link: https://a.co/2fsf7OJ
Thank you for showing up with compassion, generosity, and heart. You help create safety, dignity, and hope.
01/19/2026
Our office will be closed on January 19th in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary whose legacy reminds us to speak truth even when it’s not popular. His commitment to courage, justice, and humanity inspires the way we show up for survivors—with love, light, and unwavering support.
Our crisis lines remain open 24/7:
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262
01/08/2026
Many thanks to Ashley Claxton, Program Director with the YMCA (North Rutherford YMCA Ronald Reagan Family Center), one of the nation’s leading nonprofits committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential, improving well‑being, inspiring action, strengthening communities, and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to become healthier, more confident, connected, and secure. Your leadership, dedication, and passion for service continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support, and your impact is felt far beyond the walls of the Y.
01/06/2026
These are great resolutions for survivors in 2026. We are always here to help!
This New Years, put your well-being at the top of your priorities list with simple and essential self-care resolutions. How will you take better care of yourself in 2026? Drop your ideas in the comments!
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The Domestic Violence Center of Rutherford County was started in 1986. Deborah Johnson was the program founder and served as the Executive Director for 30 years until 2016. The program started with a tiny, one room office, with a desk and a phone, two salaries, and limited services funded by VOCA. In 1988, two safe houses and counseling services were added.
After 15 years of hard advocacy work, in 2003 the program was able to build a confidential, emergency, safe shelter – deemed the Bernard House. In 2007 Domestic Violence Program merged with Sexual Assault Services, becoming a duel program that provided hospital accompaniment, counseling, and legal services to victims of sexual assault and stalking, in addition to domestic violence.
The organization continues to grow and mold to fit the needs of its growing and changing community, to better assist the women, men, and children who find themselves in the crisis and critical situation of domestic and sexual violence.
MISSION
At Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center our mission is simple: to PROTECT victims, PREVENT violence, and EMPOWER survivors.
We accomplish this by providing citizens of Rutherford County with the resources and assistance necessary to effectively deal with the personal, social, and legal implications of victimization by domestic violence and sexual assault.
STRATEGIC GOALS
CLIENT OUTCOMES: Deliver quality crisis services to ensure the safety of our clients and to help them achieve improved social emotional wellbeing.
EDUCATION & AWARENESS: Educate the community about the incidence and causes of domestic violence and sexual assault, and increase awareness of the critical importance of the services we provide.
SUSTAINABILITY: Increase and diversify financial support to sustain our mission.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS: Continue to build relationships with public and private organizations to achieve greater impact.
ORGANIZATION CAPACITY: Develop and strengthen the organization’s capacity to fulfill our mission goals.