Assists domestic violence and sexual assault victims and victims of crimes with a wide range of services to help them overcome their current situation. All services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity and orientation, creed, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.The services are the following: -  Assistance with protective orders-  A 24-hour crisis line -  Information and referral -  Support groups for women and youth -  Emergency services -  Court support -  Temporary shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused victims and their children-  Help with crime victims compensation -  Legal advocacy, including assistance in obtaining protection orders, divorce or custody -  Assistance with other social service organizations, law enforcement officers, and the court system -  Education about domestic violence dynamics

Hosts a legal clinic specifically designed to address the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and couples. This clinic is run by QLaw Foundation in partnership with the King County Bar Association. The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. At the clinic, an attorney will meet with clients for 30 minutes and provide individualized legal advice and information. Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, immigration, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Provides legal advice and representation in family law issues for potential clients who live or work in Seattle, work with a DV agency located within Seattle, recently fled Seattle, or are cooperating with law enforcement in Seattle, who are survivors of domestic violence and telephone advice to advocates working with survivors of domestic violence. Clients gain access to the program through referral by a domestic violence advocate. Printed materials regarding legal rights, responsibilities and procedures may also be available in various languages.

Provides a crisis response, safety planning, and support services to victims of domestic violence and their children.  Advocacy based counseling, protection orders, advocacy at court hearings and more. YWCA Kitsap County offers Legal Advocacy Services to victims of domestic violence. These services include: Legal Advocacy, Case Management, Safety Planning, Victims’ Rights Information, Civil and Criminal Justice System Navigation, Court Accompaniment, Protection Orders Information, Referrals for Legal Representation, Resources, Bilingual/Bicultural Advocacy Services Available, Monthly Legal Clinic, YWCA Kitsap County collaborates with Kitsap Legal Services to offer a monthly legal clinic for victims to speak with an attorney for free when they are available. Rescind Protection Orders In order to rescind a Protection Order in Kitsap County, an appointment must be made with a YWCA Legal Advocate to access information and safety planning.

The mission of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County is to support individuals affected by domestic violence and sexual assault and to lead the community towards ending these abuses of power. Staff and volunteers assist clients by providing support, helping to identify options and providing information about local resources.

Provides civil legal services with advice and possible representation for legal and social service issues, including domestic violence victims, family law issues, landlord/tenant issues, consumer law, public benefits, and civil rights. Assistance with short-term evictions is limited.

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, information and referral to social service agencies, domestic violence information, advocacy, court preparation and accompaniment to full order hearings (advocates cannot speak in court), online portal for completing and generating protection order documents for the following civil protection order case types: Domestic Violence Protection Order, Sexual Assault Protection Order, Anti-Harassment Protection Order, Stalking Protection Order and Vulnerable Adult Protection Order. Maintains website with instructions and information on protection orders and maintains the Protection Order Portal (POP) which is accessible by link on the website or at this direct site: http://kcpao.kingcounty.gov/POP 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 (restrained person/respondent) from committing further acts of assault or violence against the person who has been victimized (protected person/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 or any contact information 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 judicial officer 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.

ELAP provides free 1-hour appointments with a family law attorney for advice and consultation on family law legal issues involving domestic violence. Attorney volunteers are not able to provide full representation or represent clients in court.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Provides free civil legal services for youth and young adults between ages 12-24 who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

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.

Provides domestic and sexual violence services, including safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, and educational services. Works with local programs to facilitate safety planning, provide transportation as necessary, and ensure the delivery of culturally relevant services in local shelters.

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.