Free, Confidential Help for Survivors in Van Zandt County
If you're in Canton, Wills Point, Van, Edgewood, Grand Saline, or anywhere in Van Zandt County and you need to get safe, Celebrate Forever Families is here. We are a domestic violence shelter — not a homeless shelter — and every service we provide is free and confidential. One call to our 24/7 crisis line at (844) 525-0160 connects you with a real advocate who will listen, answer your questions, and help you figure out your next step.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911 first.
Programs
The Nearest Emergency Shelter for Van Zandt County Survivors
Van Zandt County is underserved when it comes to domestic violence resources, and we know how isolating that can feel. Celebrate Forever Families operates the only emergency shelter in the region — positioned where Kaufman, Henderson, and Van Zandt counties meet — making us the closest emergency shelter option for survivors throughout Van Zandt County.
Our emergency shelter provides a safe, private place to stay for up to 45 days. From the moment you arrive, you are surrounded by people whose only job is to help you and your children stabilize, plan, and move forward. You do not need money, identification, or a plan already in place to reach out. We meet you where you are.
Services Available to Van Zandt County Survivors
Whether you need emergency shelter tonight or support while you remain in your home, we have a path for you. Our services are available to survivors in Canton, Wills Point, Van, Edgewood, Grand Saline, and the communities around them — at no cost.
- Emergency shelter for up to 45 days, including a safe place for your children
- Residential program for longer-term housing and recovery
- Outreach services for survivors who are not entering shelter
- Safety planning and case management
- Counseling and children's play therapy
- Protective order assistance and legal advocacy through the Van Zandt County court system
- Job readiness, financial empowerment, and life skills support
- Transportation assistance, GED support, and ministry care
Getting a Protective Order in Van Zandt County
A protective order can be one of the most important steps you take to establish legal distance between yourself and an abusive partner. Our advocates work directly with the Van Zandt County District Attorney's office and courthouse to help you understand your options, prepare your documentation, and navigate the process without having to do it alone.
You do not need to be in our shelter to receive legal advocacy. This service is available to any survivor in Van Zandt County who reaches out to us. Call our crisis line or complete our outreach intake form to connect with an advocate who can walk you through what protective orders look like in your county.
This Is a Domestic Violence Shelter — Here Is What That Means
We are specifically a domestic violence and family violence shelter. Our services are designed for survivors of intimate partner violence, family violence, and related abuse — adults and children who need safety, support, and a path forward after abuse.
We are not a general homeless shelter, and we want to be clear about that so you can find the right help quickly. If you are experiencing domestic violence or family violence and need shelter, crisis support, counseling, or legal help, we are the right place to call. Our team will listen, assess your situation, and help connect you with the services that fit your needs — including referrals to other resources if shelter is not the right fit for your situation right now.
Recognized, Trusted, and Here for Van Zandt County
Do you serve Canton and other Van Zandt County communities?
Yes. We serve survivors throughout Van Zandt County, including Canton, Wills Point, Van, Edgewood, Grand Saline, and the surrounding areas. Our location at the junction of Kaufman, Henderson, and Van Zandt counties makes us the nearest emergency shelter option for Van Zandt County survivors.How do I reach you if I need help tonight?
Call our 24/7 crisis line at (844) 525-0160 any time, day or night. A live advocate will answer, listen to your situation, and help you determine the safest next step. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 first.Is there any cost for shelter or services?
Every service we provide — emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, case management, and outreach support — is completely free to survivors. You do not need money, insurance, or identification to reach out.What if I'm not ready to leave home — can I still get help?
Yes. Our outreach program is built for survivors who are not entering shelter but still need support. You can receive safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, and case management without leaving your home or your community. Call the crisis line or complete our outreach intake form to get started.Will my information be kept private?
Confidentiality is central to everything we do. We do not publish our shelter address, and we do not share your information without your consent. When you call or submit an intake form, your contact is handled privately and securely by a trained advocate.