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Our Secret Garden program provides counseling and case management for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault who identify as disabled and/or D/deaf.
Voice Hotline: (212) 533-4358 Videophone Hotline (646) 807-4020
A volunteer design team spearheaded the renovation of our kids' learning center at our supportive housing program in the Bronx in 2023. The center was flooded during 2021's Hurricane Ida.
$500 provides a plane ticket for a survivor fleeing abuse.
Volunteer Sophie used her expertise in accessible informed design to create a soothing atmosphere at our domestic violence program.
A former intern at Freedom House DV shelter was so moved by BFL's work she decided to donate proceeds from her new book to the agency.
Read the stories of Olive and Angel to see how Barrier Free Living
helps individuals and families every day.
Our Secret Garden program provides counseling and case management for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault who identify as disabled and/or D/deaf.
Voice Hotline: (212) 533-4358 Videophone Hotline 646-807-4020
A volunteer design team spearheaded the renovation of our kids' learning center at our supportive housing program in the Bronx in 2023. The center was flooded during 2021's Hurricane Ida.
$500 provides a plane ticket for a survivor fleeing abuse.
Volunteer Sophie used her expertise in accessible informed design to create a soothing atmosphere at our domestic violence program.
A former intern at Freedom House DV shelter was so moved by BFL's work she decided to donate proceeds from her new book to the agency.
Read the stories of Olive and Angel to see how Barrier Free Living
helps individuals and families every day.
We support survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Freedom House
Freedom House is Barrier Free Living’s safe and accessible shelter for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities and their families. This BFL program offers counseling, support groups, advocacy, safety planning.
Secret Garden
Secret Garden is Barrier Free Living’s award winning program that offers counseling, support groups and safety planning for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.
BFL Apartments
BFL Apartments offers permanent housing for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities, and veterans with disabilities. Services include on-site counseling, skill-building workshops, and community events. The complex is currently full, and there is no waiting list.
Freedom Village
Freedom Village is a fully accessible supportive housing program for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities and seniors. It features 74 beautiful, safe, and accessible apartments where residents can rebuild their lives with dignity and independence. Supportive services include counseling, groups, and community events. For more information, please email [email protected].
ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS
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In 2025 Barrier Free Living provided services to over 1000 clients – both adults & children – across our programs
NEWS AND EVENTS
BFL SECRET GARDEN GASLIGHTING ANIMATED FILM
A look at the issue of gaslighting for survivors of domestic violence.
CREDITS
Creative Direction & Production Company: Diagonal Media
Illustration/Animation: Patrick Smith
Composer: Lindsay Jones (Tony Award nominee Slave Play)
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Domestic Violence and Disabilities Issues, and Solutions
Celebrating over 40 years as an agency, we are committed to providing safe shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence with disabilities. Our expert teams are available now. Call our hotline or use our chat hotline feature. Your safety is our first priority.