Abuse

AVAIL OFFERS*24 hour Crisis Line 715-623-5767*Community Education*Teen Peer Education*Counseling*Advocacy*Information and Referral*Shelter – Emergency housing for victims and their children*Support Groups – Domestic Abuse, Sexual Assault, Adult Survivor of Childhood Sexual Abuse, Children’s Group, Non Offending Parent/Caregiver*Rural Outreach

Provides supportive counseling, support group, legal & medical advocacy, housing assistance, Info. & Referral, & consumer education for individuals over the age of 50 that are affected by abuse.

Marshfield: (715) 384-2971 or (844) 210-8899
www.pdcmarshfield.org
Wausau: (715) 842-5663
www.womenscommunity.org
Wausau: (715) 842-5663

North Central Health Care’s Adult Protective Services Dept. investigates reports of suspected adult (18-59) and elder (60+). This includes reports of alleged abuse or neglect, self-neglect & financial exploitation. As well, the APS Department assesses for the need for guardianship and protective placement and provides emergency intervention when necessary.

The Adult Protective Services Unit provides protective services to ensure the rights and to provide for the safety of elderly and disabled adults who are incompetent or at risk as defined by Wisconsin Statutes. The unit also provides information and referral services to elderly and disabled adults who are competent, but live in a manner that may cause harm or create risks. Adult Protective Services is available to assess needs, offer services and make referrals as needed for elders who are victims of or at risk for abuse, neglect or self-neglect or financial exploitation. Also accepts referrals for guardianship when appropriate.

Provides info., advocacy, referral, & legal assistance to elder victims of financial abuse. Financial exploitation can include issues of: Consumer fraud & scams, Identity theft, misuse
of authority by agents under financial powers of attorney or guardianships, Theft in whole or part of an elder’s personal &/or real property. Offer services to the elder’s non-offending surrogate, such as a friend, family member, agent or guardian. Offers training to community members, attorneys, financial institutions, & human service providers on these issues.

SERVING MARATHON COUNTY
Wausau WI 54401
(715) 842-7323 or (888) 665-1234
www.womenscommunity.org
SERVING WOOD COUNTY
Wisconsin Rapids WI 54494
(715) 421-1511
www.familyctr.org
Provides services for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault & human trafficking, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. 24-hour Crisis Line, Safe Shelter, One-on-one &/or group support for the victims of both emotional & physical violence; Legal advocacy, assistance w/restraining orders. Services to Elder, Hmong & Latino victims.

(715) 421-1511 (24/7 crisis line)
(715) 421-1559 (business line)
www.familyctr.org
Provides services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, and their children, in Wood County and the surrounding area. Services include: 24-hour Crisis Line, safe shelter, one-on-one and or/group support for the victims of both emotional and physical violence for adult women and their children, legal advocacy, including assistance with restraining orders, services to elder and Hmong victims, food pantry, and prevention presentations.

A place to turn to find resources in the community.

End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin: The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Abuse Violence is the leading voice for victims of domestic Wisconsin. End Domestic Abuse WI provides Wisconsin domestic violence member programs and their communities with training, technical assistance, support and resources to assist them in serving all victims of violence and their communities. End Domestic Abuse will help callers find help in their local community.

HAVEN (CONT.) (Household Abuse Victims Emergency Network) provides services to those who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual assault, child & elder abuse through a 24-hr phone line, crisis intervention, secure shelter, individualized advocacy, & support groups. Safety planning, supportive counseling & education, help w/obtaining services/resources from other community agencies, info. & assistance w/the legal process including restraining orders, divorce, & court accompaniment. Free & confidential.

Services for victims in later life & adults at risk. Offers accessible, specialized services & outreach throughout the greater Marshfield area. Some services we provide are: Advocacy & Support (Assessments, safety planning, order of protections); Accessible Services (transportation assistance, support groups); Resources & Referrals (housing, counseling, financial planning, medical/health care, nutrition info). Shelter/Housing.

Support group for domestic abuse victims over 50. Services are free.

DESCRIPTION: A non-profit, Christian based domestic violence shelter for women and children. Shirley’s House of Hope has:
• An emergency shelter for up to 2 weeks
• A long term program for women to stop the cycle of repeated crisis in their lives
• Classes, case management and counseling

This is a hotline for people who are experiencing abuse to find community resources.

Longer-term supportive services to victims of domestic abuse, human trafficking or sexual assault/abuse and their children includes: *Support through the transitional period when leaving an abusive relationship *Help getting into safe, affordable housing *Help finding household furnishings *Legal advocacy *Budgeting assistance *Support Group*Resume and cover letter assistance*Employment search

24 hr. crisis line for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, & gender/sexual identities.

Safe Shelter w/an informal & supportive setting. Available to domestic abuse victims, & victims of sexual assault/survivors, human trafficking, all gender & sexual identities. Emergency food & personal items are provided. Kitchen & laundry facilities. Sheltering may last a few days or several weeks, depending on the individual’s & family members’ needs.