24-hour emergency hotline for survivors of gender-based violence, domestic violence, and sexual assault. Government service coordinated by the National Women's Commission and Family Violence Unit. Free and confidential support.
The Ministry of Health & Wellness provides mental health services throughout Belize including the National Drug Abuse Control Council (NDACC) which offers drug education, treatment and rehabilitation, and research services. Free government mental health support and substance abuse services.
Free domestic violence shelter and outreach center in San Pedro. Part of Raise Me Up non-profit. Provides emergency shelter, counseling, legal aid, skills training, and support for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Separate facility from Haven House (Belize City).
Free pregnancy crisis support operated by San Pedro Roman Catholic Church. Services include free pregnancy testing, material assistance (baby clothes/necessities), educational programs for new mothers, and support for one year after birth. No charge regardless of race, creed, or religion.
Non-profit domestic violence shelter operating since 1993. Provides emergency shelter, counseling, court advocacy, referrals, skills training, and transitional living support for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Donation-funded, free for survivors.
Free peer support and resource center for LGBTQ+ individuals and families. Only established safe space for LGBT community in Belize. Provides confidential, non-judgmental support, advocacy, sensitization training, and community programs. Operating since 2013.
Free LGBTQ+ advocacy organization. Oldest LGBT-led NGO in Belize. Provides HIV education, testing referrals, advocacy, and Human Rights Observatory for reporting violence against LGBTQ+ community. Policy and advocacy focused.
Not-for-profit mental health resource directory and referral service. Provides free information about mental health resources throughout Belize, connecting individuals to both government and non-governmental support. Free directory service, though some referred services may charge fees.
Alcoholics Anonymous offers free peer support through the 12-step program for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction. Meetings available across seven regions in Belize plus online meetings.
Free palliative and hospice care for persons with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses (cancer, HIV/AIDS, terminal illness). Volunteer-based NGO providing care in patients' homes in Belize City and surrounding areas. Focus on pain relief and quality of life.
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