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Provides legal consultation and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, including assistance filing for protection orders.
Provides legal advocacy for issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault and family law.
Please note - no attorney on staff, legal advocacy and referrals only.
Distributes packets of self-help forms and assistance filing for protection orders.
Legal clinic offered by attorney on an as needed basis for Vashon Island residents.
Categories
Stalking/Harassment Orders
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Sexual Assault Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Child Abuse Hotlines
Provides advocates for in-court advocacy/support as needed, depending on availability. Includes protection orders, police reports, custody, etc. Partners with Legal Services for Legal Clinics if legal advice wanted. Immigration/citizenship statue makes no difference.
Provides advocates who provide in-court advocacy and support on an as-needed basis, depending on availability.
This can be protection orders, police interviews, reporting, etc.
SafePlace partners with Thurston County Legal Services to offer Legal Clinics if a survivor is wanting to seek legal advice.
Immigration/citizenship status makes no difference.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Provides free Immigration and Family Law legal clinics with a focus on serving the LGBTQ Latinx community.
Assists with citizenship applications. Works with OIRA for DACA program recipients.
Provides free, monthly, 30 minute legal clinics for family law and Immigration legal needs with a focus on serving the LGBTQ Latinx community.
Volunteer attorneys work with clients to identify legal needs, potential legal actions and connect clients to further community legal services.
Assists with Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs (OIRA) legal clinics, with a particular focus on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program recipients and their family members.
Helps clients prepare for citizenship by confirming eligibility and providing free naturalization classes and workshops.
Lawyers and legal volunteers assist clients complete their N-400 naturalization petition and reviews them for accuracy.
Categories
Asylum Application Filing Assistance
Paternity Suits
Divorce Assistance
Alimony Assistance
Comprehensive Immigration/Naturalization Services
Rights Counseling for Undocumented People
Family Based Visas
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition Filing Assistance
Deferred Action on Alien Removal
Naturalization Support/Legal Services
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Immigrant Labor Certification Filing Assistance
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Emancipation of Minors
Adoption Legal Services
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Self Petitions for Abused Spouses
Comprehensive Family Law Services
Alien Travel/Reentry Document Filing Assistance
Provides 24-hour crisis response, emergency shelter, advocacy-based counseling, social/medical/legal help, advocacy, community education, and information referral for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Advocacy for people who have been harmed by others, particularly victims of crime whether reported or not. Provides 24-hour crisis response; domestic violence emergency shelter. Advocacy-based counseling, social, medical, legal, advocacy, community education; information and referral for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, an other crimes. Domestic violence groups. Provides violence prevention education.
Categories
Child Sexual Assault Prevention
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Domestic Violence Intervention Programs
Adult Sexual Assault Prevention
Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention
Domestic Violence Shelters
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Sexual Assault Shelters
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Individual Advocacy
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Child Abuse Hotlines
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Provides support to the Family and Juvenile Division of the Thurston County Superior Court.
Provides support to the Family and Juvenile Division of the Thurston County Superior Court.
Court staff can provide:
- the status of a specific case, unless the case is "confidential,";
- general information on court rules, procedures and practices;
- court-approved forms;
- court schedules and information on how to get matters scheduled.
Staff cannot:
- provide advice about whether one should file a case, or what actions they should take in the case;
- words to put in a form;
- advise anyone on what to say in court;
- speculate about what decision the judge might make or what sentence the judge might impose.
Categories
Emancipation of Minors
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Local Officials Offices
Paternity Suits
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Provides bilingual legal information and advice for a broad range of legal issues.
Provides legal information and advice for the following issues depending on attorney availability:
- Auto accidents
- Birth injuries
- Consumer law
- Criminal defense
- Family law
- Finance
- Immigration
- Landlord-tenant law
- Medical negligence
- Personal injury
- Property law
- Worker's rights/wage claims
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Labor and Employment Law
Comprehensive Immigration/Naturalization Services
Tenant Rights Information/Counseling
Consumer Fraud Reporting
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution
Alimony Assistance
Divorce Assistance
Housing Complaints
Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling
Adult Guardianship Assistance
Naturalization Support/Legal Services
Contract Law
Emancipation of Minors
General Legal Aid
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Warranty Complaints
Adoption Legal Services
Consumer Law
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Paternity Suits
Offers domestic violence counseling, safety planning, parenting skills and training. Victim's Advocacy Program includes step by step instruction on how to obtain a restraining order.
Offers domestic violence counseling, safety planning, parenting skills and training, conflict resolution training, family preservation services, relationship counseling, dealing with fear and resentment, victim stance training, referral services for housing, food, clothing, etc. Victim's Advocacy Program also offered. Includes step by step instruction on how to obtain a restraining order along with contact information for the prosecuting attorney office that can provide legal assistance in assuring safety.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Child Abuse Hotlines
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Children's Protective Services
Provides assistance with filing for temporary and full orders for protection from domestic violence by a current or former intimate partner; other types of protection orders also available. Maintains informational website.
Provides advocacy services in King County Superior Court to current or former intimate partner victims of domestic violence.
Services include: assistance in filing for temporary domestic violence protection orders, drafting proposed orders, information and referral to social service agencies, domestic violence information, advocacy, court preparation and accompaniment to full order hearings (advocates cannot speak in court).
Maintains website with instructions and information on protection orders.
A DV protection order is a two part process which includes the filing of a temporary order and then a full protection order entered approximately 14 days later, if granted by the court.
Temporary Domestic Violence Protection Order: A civil order that restrains the abuser (respondent) from committing further acts of assault or violence against the person who has been victimized (petitioner). The petitioner (person seeking protection) must fill out a packet of forms that include providing a description of the acts of domestic violence that have occurred and the protections they are seeking. They will be asked to describe the most recent incident of domestic violence or fear of imminent harm and a history of any other incidents of domestic violence. Upon filing, the Petitioner should be prepared to provide the respondent's home and/or work address and birth date to help ensure that Law Enforcement can enter and serve the order on the respondent. A judge or commissioner will review the paperwork, ask questions, and decide whether or not to grant the temporary order (for 14 days).
Full Domestic Violence Protection Order: An order that is granted after the court determines by a "preponderance of evidence" that domestic violence has occurred. At the full hearing, the Judge will give both parties (petitioner and respondent) the chance to talk about the allegations of domestic violence and whether the order should be granted or not. The full order can be in effect for one year or longer, in some cases. The process to obtain the full order may last for two to four hours, but the actual full hearing itself may only be about 15 to 30 minutes.
Any time prior to the expiration date, the petitioner may return to court and request that the order be modified (to be made more or less restrictive) or terminated. The petitioner may also request a renewal of the full order up to three months before its expiration date.
Categories
Judicial Advocacy
General Crime Victim Assistance
Stalking/Harassment Orders
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Child Abuse Hotlines
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Child Abuse Hotlines
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Children's Protective Services
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Provides services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Able to provide assistance through the partnership of community advocacy, law enforcement, prosecution, civil legal services and protection orders.
Co-located and collaborative domestic violence services provided through onsite partnerships between Family Support Center of South Sound, Thurston County Clerk's Office, Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, the Thurston County Sheriff's Office, and multiple other partner organizations.
Community based advocates provide services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and human trafficking.
Clients have access to an array of services, including:
- Safety Planning
- Basic need items
- Crisis Support
- Shelter & housing search and placement
- Support in filing of police reports if requested
- Explanation and assistance filing civil protection orders, as well as court accompaniment
- Culturally competent services in a multitude of languages
- Connection to resources for outside needs
- Other services based on clients’ needs.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Family Justice Centers
Human Trafficking Legal Assistance
Provides various resources for victims of domestic violence, including a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, emergency food and clothing, legal advocacy, support groups, comprehensive referrals to affordable housing options, and other supportive services, as needed.
Provides various resources for victims of domestic violence, including a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, emergency food and clothing, legal advocacy, support groups, comprehensive referrals to affordable housing options, and other supportive services, as needed.
- Advocacy-based counseling: a cooperative effort shared between a client and an advocate with the primary focus on empowerment through reinforcing the client's autonomy and self-determination by using non-victim-blaming problem-solving methods that include: identifying barriers to safety, developing safety checking and planning skills, clarifying issues; providing options; solving problems, increasing self-esteem and self-awareness, and improving and implementing skills in decision making, parenting, self-help, and self-care.
- Legal Advocacy: support and advocacy for clients as they navigate the legal system as related to the issue of domestic violence, such as filing for a protection order. Referrals are made to other service providers when any legal issue is beyond the scope of services provided by DVS.
- Girls Circle/Boy's Council: a support group to encourage the development of strength, courage, confidence, honesty, and communication skills for youth, 8-18 years of age. Groups are held weekly to connect with each other and engage in activities that allow them to express themselves through curriculum-based activities like role play, drama, journaling, poetry, dance, drawing, and collage.
- Resources and Referrals: Provides centralized resource and referral service to a wide variety of community and governmental programs. Provides training and technical assistance to other service providers and the public. Teen Dating Violence Education & Prevention: Works closely with local schools, educational professional, counselors and other providers who work with families and teens, to provide prevention education and intervention for teens. Teens can call the crisis line (509-582-9841 option 1) or meet with an advocate to talk about what is going on in their relationship, and to find out about available services and options. Parents, or other supportive adults, can call the crisis line or meet with an advocate to talk about how to help their teen who may be dealing with an abusive relationship.
- Women's English & Spanish Support Groups: Provides support groups that are a safe place where victims and survivors can learn more about abuse, talk about their abuse, get support, and obtain helpful resources, which will provide tools to move forward towards a healthy and happy life. Call 509.582.9841 option 1 for schedule.
- Housing Assistance: comprehensive referrals to affordable housing options for those who are at risk of losing their housing, relocating, or having trouble securing housing, due to their experience as a victim of domestic violence. May also assist with rental assistance to prevent an eviction or deposit assistance to get into a safe place.
Categories
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Domestic Violence Shelters
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Provides domestic violence advocacy for refugee and immigrant women; counseling and case management, support groups, legal advocacy and community education.
Provides domestic violence advocacy services, such as:
- Case management
- Counseling
- Support groups
- Legal advocacy
Staff will accompany refugee women and their children of any ethnicity to shelters and will attempt to meet their needs by providing crisis intervention, support, translation, etc. Also offers education and training to the community and service providers about domestic violence and refugee/immigration issues.
Child care is available on a limited basis.
Categories
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Case/Care Management
Individual Advocacy
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling
Operates clinics that focus on more complex family law issues, including cases involving children or debt/asset division between parties. Free 30-minute legal consultations available for individuals not already represented by an attorney.
Operates legal clinics where free 30-minute legal consultations are available for individuals who are not already represented by an attorney. As of 9/2024, most clinics are operating via phone with limited in-person availability in Kent (details provided when a client schedules an appointment). Wait times are often several months for Family Law Clinics.
Clinics focus on more complex family law issues including any case involving children or debt/asset division between parties. If needed, a client may be referred to further legal services.
Attorneys at the clinic can:
- Determine if a client has a legal problem
- Explain legal rights and responsibilities
- Suggest steps that might be taken to solve the problem, including self-help strategies
- Refer clients needing specialized legal help to law-related agencies
Clinic attorneys DO NOT represent a client in court or prepare court papers.
Categories
Paternity Suits
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Alimony Assistance
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Divorce Assistance
Provides domestic violence victims' support through the court process, including court hearing preparation and advocacy during and after the hearings. Serves those who are listed as domestic violence crime victims on police reports.
Advocates provide support through the court process including crisis intervention, information and referral to social service agencies, preparation prior to court hearings, and advocacy during and after court hearings.
Advocates involve other agencies and individuals in the criminal or civil court process.
Will provide community education upon request and work to increase awareness on victims' legal rights, options and resources.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
General Crime Victim Assistance
Judicial Advocacy
Operates legal clinics across King County where free 30-minute legal consultations are available for individuals who are not already represented by an attorney.
Operates legal clinics providing free 30 minute consultations with an attorney at multiple locations across King County. As of 9/2024, most clinics are telephonic, but there may be limited in-person availability in Seattle and Kent. Details will be provided to clients during intake screening.
Clinic attorneys can:
- Determine whether the client has a legal problem
- Suggest possible options
- Help answer papers, summons and requests
- Provide appropriate referrals
Neighborhood Legal Clinic attorneys may not have expertise in all areas of the law, but they will make every attempt to answer questions accurately.
Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.
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Predatory Lending Assistance
Labor and Employment Law
HIPAA Complaints
Identity Theft Reporting/Recovery Programs
Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling
Adult Guardianship Assistance
Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Orders
Alimony Assistance
Government Complaints/Government Ombudsman Offices
Paternity Suits
Consumer Law
Repossession Agency Complaints
Contract Law
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Warranty Complaints
Impounded Vehicle Services
State Disability Insurance Appeals/Complaints
Home Sanitation
General Legal Aid
Patient Rights Assistance
Welfare Rights Assistance
Taxpayer Advocate Services
Human Trafficking Legal Assistance
Divorce Assistance
Legal Counseling
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Driver License Retention/Reinstatement Assistance
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Medicaid Appeals/Complaints
Consumer Fraud Reporting
Housing Complaints
Special Education Advocacy
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Organizational Start Up Services
Food Stamps/SNAP Appeals/Complaints
General Education Advocacy
Criminal Record Expungement Assistance
Unemployment Insurance Benefits Assistance
Post Conviction Restoration of Civil Rights
Tenant Rights Information/Counseling
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Public/Subsidized Housing Appeals Assistance
Emancipation of Minors
Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution
Automobile Complaints
Corporate/Business Law
Workers Compensation Benefits Assistance
Landlord Rights Information/Counseling
Social Security Disability Insurance Appeals/Complaints
Estate Entitlement Assistance
Intellectual Property Law Training/General Information
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Provides assessment of legal needs and referral to private attorneys.
Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) helps people find the right attorney to hire that can help with their particular legal issue. Referrals are to paid attorneys only; LRS is not a pro bono service. LRS has attorney members in most areas of law. Translation services available.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Welfare Rights Assistance
Lawyer Referral Services
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Child Abuse Hotlines
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Offers a wide array of social services and government assistance to victims of domestic violence. Services include civil and criminal legal advocacy, electronic protection order filing, safety planning, and other services.
Providing crisis intervention services in a welcoming environment. Survivors meet with a trained advocate to develop safety plans, receive domestic violence education and identify options to connect to other services at the CJFJC and in the community. Also serving friends and family members of victims, this program provides domestic violence education and tools to support and increase their loved ones’ ability to effectively safety plan and access continued services and care.
Support available includes:
- one-on-one advocacy (safety planning, DV education and ongoing one-on-one support),
- assistance with filing protection orders
- address Confidentiality Program
- access to civil legal referrals
- support groups
- access to DSHS and Department of Child Support
- emergency housing information (no direct shelter)
- referrals for immigration support
- access to criminal justice services
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders
Family Justice Centers
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Child Abuse Hotlines
Investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Assesses reports to determine whether the report meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is.
Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.
CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.
In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.
CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.
Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call:
- The name, address and age of the child.
- The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.
- The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.
- Any evidence of previous incidences.
- Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator. (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. )
Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.
Categories
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Child Abuse Hotlines
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders
Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Offers shelter for domestic violence victims in Kittitas County.
Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Victim Advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and referrals. Serves those who have been harmed as a result of crimes such as assault, robbery, child abuse, identity theft, arson, kidnapping, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Provides advocacy, individual counseling, support through the legal and criminal justice systems, information about abuse and assault, and referrals to other helpful programs. The Kittitas location also offers shelter and other services for victims of domestic violence.
Categories
Specialized Information and Referral
Individual Advocacy
Sexual Assault Counseling
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services
Crime Victim/Witness Counseling
Domestic Violence Shelters
Sexual Assault Protective/Restraining Orders
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Sexual Assault Hotlines
General Crime Victim Assistance