A message from Barrier Free Living CEO/Founder Paul Feuerstein

As the global effect of coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, Barrier Free Living is firmly committed to the health and safety of our staff and the people we serve. We are closely monitoring the changing situation, working with our partners in domestic violence field to comply with public health guidance and meet the requirements of our funding sources.

All of our programs working with survivors of domestic with disabilities, are open.  In accordance to public health guidance, many of our staff will be working remotely.  Counselors and case managers in all of our programs will be available by telephone or videophone.

Individuals who are in need of accessible shelter can call Barrier Free Living’s Freedom House Domestic Violence Shelter at (212) 400-6470.  Individuals in need of community based domestic violence services including safety planning and crisis counseling can call Barrier Free Living’s Secret Garden domestic violence program at: Voice hotline: (212) 533-4358 ; Deaf Services Team: (646) 807-4013. You can also email: [email protected]

Stay safe.

Paul Feuerstein,

CEO/Founder 

Barrier Free Living