Saving, Building
& Changing Lives

Merryman House is committed to saving, building and changing lives affected by domestic violence.

Merryman House Domestic Crisis Center is committed to improving the lives of those affected by intimate partner violence: women, men, and children. We are the state-designated and only certified domestic violence program in the Purchase Area Development District serving Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Marshall, and McCracken counties.

Merryman House offers a 24/7 staffed crisis hotline and emergency shelter, safety planning, comprehensive case management and advocacy, court advocacy, support groups and education, housing stabilization and assistance, and more. It has three outreach offices located in McCracken, Marshall and Calloway counties. All services are free and confidential.

It is our purpose and passion to answer calls for help, assist victims to find refuge from the risk of death and serious physical injury, provide food and shelter, support survivors in court, and help them become financially stable and visibly strong. We have been privileged to serve Paducah and the surrounding counties for more than 45 years.

Get Help

Are you, or someone you know, a victim of domestic violence? If you or a loved one is fleeing an abusive situation or is seeking non-emergency services, please call 800-585-2686 (available 24/7/365).

What's Coming Up

Domestic Violence Education Groups

If you have experienced intimate partner violence and are looking for domestic violence education, you are invited to any of our domestic violence education groups. The events are free and open to all survivors of intimate partner violence. No need to register! You can find our upcoming dates and locations on Facebook or by calling our hotline.

We Need YOU for the 11th Annual PaDucky Derby

MHDCC's annual duck race fundraiser will be held on Oct. 25, 2025, and we need your help to make it another success! We are looking for 2025 sponsors for the race, as well as volunteers to help us sell race entries during Paducah's QuiltWeek in late April. If you want more information about sponsoring or volunteering, contact us today!

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