Victory attained by violence is tantamount to a defeat, for it is momentary.
Gandhi
Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures. And however undramatic the pursuit of peace, the pursuit must go on.
John F Kennedy
Peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Safe Avenues serves victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse; child witnesses of domestic violence; and families in need of supervised visitation or parental exchange. All of our services are confidential and free of charge.
24 hour crisis intervention.
Trained staff and/or volunteers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with client crisis intervention.
Emergency residential shelter is available for battered women and their children when in
immediate danger of abuse. The primary resource for emergency shelter is the residential
facility located in Willmar.
Alternate shelter resources are also available for male victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault.
Advocacy and support.
Available for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
Advocacy and support.
Available for Spanish speaking victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
Advocacy and support.
Available for child witnesses and victims of abuse
- Support for children who have observed domestic violence
- Support groups for children
- Parenting support for moms
- Life skill education for residents
- Safety planning
Resource and material assistance.
Resources available to victims and their children include:
- Resources for security and protection
- Food
- Clothing
- Personal supplies
- Furniture
Referrals and transportation.
Provide assistance in coordinating other services such as:
- Medical and mental health
- Permanent housing
- Finances
- Child care
- Skills training or employment
Legal advocacy
- Support for victims who need criminal justice intervention
- Assistance filing Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO's) and Orders for Protection (OFP's)
- Support during divorce, custody, and visitation issues
Support groups for survivors.
Available at Willmar, Benson, Montevideo, and Olivia locations
Personal safety planning for victims and children.
Supervised child visitation and exchange. Available through Harmony Visitation Center
Public awareness and education.
Informative presentations are available for community and student groups. Safe Avenues also promotes and facilitates special awareness/fundraising events, community activities, and involvement in local community service groups. |
