Southeast Missouri Family Violence Council

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SEMO FAMILY VIOLENCE COUNCIL PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICES:

HOTLINE 1-800-663-9929 24 Hour hot-line for domestic violence and sexual assault - providing crisis intervention and case management

SHELTER - Press Shelter-A Friends Place for more information

COURT ADVOCACY - Our Court Advocate will accompany a victim of domestic or sexual assault to court, to file an Ex-Parte Order of Protection, and/or provide information regarding your rights and legal options.

CHILD ADVOCACY - Our Child Advocate meets with each child and their parent to determine what that childs needs are. Support groups, day camp, and parenting classes are just a few examples of services provided.

OUTREACH/SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCACY - Outreach support services are provided to women residing in our five county service area. Services include support groups, domestic violence education, case management and crisis intervention.

SHELTER ADVOCACY - Our shelter advocates are available 24 hours a day to meet the needs of the residing families and to answer incoming crisis calls.

EDUCATION - Educational and training classes are held on various subjects such as Safety, Healthy Relationships and other related topics. Presentations and training are provided to Law Enforcement, Schools and Community groups.

REFERRALS FOR RESOURCES - Communicate with various agencies to provide assistance with housing, employment, income sources and other items of benefit to women and children of our service area.

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