Our Impact
The Cocoon is Wood County’s only comprehensive domestic violence and sexual abuse agency providing 24/7 support, emergency shelter, and community-based services. Last year, our team responded to more than 7,000 requests for services, served more than 900 survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and housed nearly 100 individuals for an average of 87 days.
The Cocoon serves women, men, and their children and is one of the few agencies of its kind in the country to be able to house family pets. Programs and services are provided at no cost to survivors and their families throughout their lifetimes.
The Need in Wood County
The need in our community is very real. Right now in Wood County an increasing number of survivors – our friends, neighbors, co-workers and family members, are experiencing violence by the hands of someone they know. Imagine living in constant fear and knowing the next decision you make will be the hardest of your life – how do I keep myself and my children safe? Where do I go? Who is going to help me? Will anyone believe me?
Our team of advocates work tirelessly 24/7 to ensure survivors have access to the critical services they need to continue on their path to leading lives free from violence. In 18 years of serving our community, we have continued to meet the ever-changing needs of survivors in our community. From our beginnings as a 12-bed domestic violence shelter to a comprehensive domestic and sexual violence agency, our vision has remained steadfast – to be a trusted partner, community leader, and transforming voice in Wood County and the surrounding areas, committed to ending violence and empowering those affected by abuse.
2025
2025 was a year of growth and a time to reflect as we marked 20 years of serving survivors. In the face of shared challenges, together we have continued to champion safety, healing, and justice in our communities. We are deeply grateful for your continued investment in the work that is being done to ensure safe spaces for all.
As we move forward, we will work to sustain our innovative and impactful programming for all ages and demographics of survivors while increasing our awareness footprint in Wood, Ottawa, Sandusky and Seneca counties. And we invite you to join us.
