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Police Assistance 911 if emergency

Non-emergency numbers:

St. Louis County636.529.8210

St. Louis City

314.231.1212

Hotline NumbersDomestic Violence and Sexual Assault

314.531.2003

Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect 800.392.3738

Alternatives to Living in Violent Environments (ALIVE) 314.993.2777 www.alivestl.org

ALIVE’s mission is to provide counseling, emergency sanctuary and other critical services to adults and children impacted by domestic abuse, as well as to increase awareness in order to create a supportive community.

Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center 314.361.2222 www.anniemalone.com

Annie Malone’s mission is to improve the quality of life for children, families, elderly and the community by providing social services, educational programs, advocacy and entrepreneurship.

AWARE, Barnes-Jewish Hospital 314.362.9273 www.barnesjewish.org/patients-visitors/aware

The mission of the AWARE program is to make the health care system and the community at large a healthier place for those affected by intimate partner abuse by helping reduce or remedy the effects of intimate partner violence on their lives.

Catholic Charities 314.367.5500 www.ccstl.org

Catholic Charities serves a wide range of people: children who are dependent, abused and neglected; adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness; women who are abused; parents and children requiring family counseling; people struggling as the result of drug abuse or alcoholism; older adults with special needs; and many more. They seek to break the cycle of poverty, abuse and neglect, empower people to make permanent changes in their lives and support people to lead self-sufficient, dignified lives.

Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis 314.516.6798 www.stlouiscac.org

A university-based, multidisciplinary center that provides high quality trauma-focused services to youth, families, and the community promoting resiliency, physical safety, and emotional stability through comprehensive research, forensic, clinical, educational, and advocacy programming.

Children’s Division - St. Louis County 800.392.3738 www.dss.mo.gov/ddo

Adoption, foster care, child abuse and neglect hotline, family centered services, intensive in-home services.

Children’s Home Society of Missouri 314.968.2350 www.chsmo.org

Provides a full spectrum of services for children in need of a permanent home including: pregnancy counseling, infant placements, intensive training and support for families able to adopt children presently in foster care, education and mental health counseling to support the needs of families formed through adoption.

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Children’s Permanency Partnership 314.733.5759 www.cppmo.org

A consortium of the child welfare organizations Epworth Family and Children’s Services, Family Resource Center, and Youth In Need, CPP provides foster care case management, resource development, and adoption services in a manner ensuring the safety of children and facilitating permanent placements for children, while providing superior services.

Christian Family Services 314.968.2216 www.stlcfs.org

Established in 1973 by the Churches of Christ in the St. Louis, Christian Family Services serves children in need of temporary care outside their own homes.

Covenant House Missouri 314.533.2241 www.covenanthouse.org

Serves young people age 16-21 who are living without homes and protect and safeguard all youth with absolute respect and unconditional love.

Crisis Aid International 314.487.1400 www.crisisaid.org

Crisis Aid’s mission is to assist in sustaining life, bring encouragement to those suffering and collaborate with other relief organizations in bringing necessary foods, materials and medicines to people in times of crisis, particularly where life and death situations exist.

Crime Victim Advocacy Center 314.652.3623 www.supportvictims.org

CVAC helps victims of any and all crime and their families with a full range of advocacy and crisis intervention services. All services are free of charge and available to victims, families and community members affected by crime and violence. Specialized services are available for victims of homicide and domestic violence.

Epworth 314.961.5718 www.epworth.org More than 7,500 youth and families turn to Epworth each year for emergency shelter, residential and intensive treatment, family reunification therapy, transitional and independent living programs, special education, foster family care, prevention services and a 24-hour help line. Epworth’s strength-based therapeutic philosophy builds on the individual strengths of youth and families, thus increasing the capacity of each to thrive in society.

Every Child’s Hope 314.427.3755 www.everychildshope.org

Provides children with solid and substantial growth experiences which will prepare them for effective personal, family, community and career interactions. We provide caring, professional services that empower, educate and nurture children, youth and families to become productive, healthy members of the community.

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Family Resource Center 314.534.9350 www.frcmo.org

Family Resource Center gives kids and families a chance for a better life by preventing and treating all forms of child abuse and neglect and by strengthening families through family-centered therapeutic, educational, and support services. Thanks to the recent merger with Redevelopment Opportunities for Women (ROW), Family Resource Center also empowers low income women and their families who have been impacted by poverty, homelessness and/or intimate partner violence.

Father’s Support Network 314.333.4170 www.fatherssupportcenter.org

Fathers’ Support Center has consistently provided a comprehensive program of services for men who want to learn to be a responsible father, committed to a strong family relationship.

Hopewell Center 314.531.1770 www.hopewellcenter.com

Hopewell Center embodies the philosophy to build better lives through hope, treatment and wellness for the community it serves. The Center’s wide range of mental health and rehabilitative services meet the needs of individuals with a mental illness.

International Institute 314.773.9090 www.iistl.org

Offers comprehensive adjustment services for refugees and immigrants in our community. In turn, these newcomers expand the richness of St. Louis’ diversity and help revitalize our economy.

Kathy J. Weinman Shelter 314.423.1117 www.co.st-louis.mo.us/dhs/kjweinmanshelter.html

The Kathy J. Weinman Shelter is a 39-bed domestic violence program for abused women and their children. The Shelter’s mission is to offer safe shelter and support services to promote the healing of women and their children suffering the trauma of intimate partner violence.

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri - Lasting Solutions 314.534.4200 www.lsem.org

This program is designed to provide holistic services to clients (overwhelmingly domestic violence survivors) that address not only their legal needs but also social service referrals and case management provided by a MSW level social worker.

Life Source Consultants 314.524.0686 www.lifesourceconsultants.org

Services provided include: 24 Hour Crisis Line, Biblical counseling, crisis intervention, support groups, court advocacy, prevention programs.

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Lydia’s House 314.771.4411 www.lydiashouse.org

Lydia’s House works in faith to end domestic violence by being a place of healing and a voice of hope for abused women and their children by providing safe, affordable transi-tional housing in a confidential location for a maximum of two years; assisting women and their children to create and implement long term individual life-goal plans which include education, training, employment, and safe housing; facilitating access to information and referrals to community resources; and creating awareness about domestic violence through a speaker’s bureau and an outreach educational ministry.

Lutheran Family Services www.lfcsmo.org

Helps families, children, and individuals experience greater hope and wholeness of life through counseling, adoption services, crisis/unplanned pregnancy assistance, foster care, child care, youth mentoring services, and advocacy on behalf of children and families.

Magdalene St. Louis 314.339.5216 www.magdalenestl.org

A residential program for women recovering from prostitution, sex trafficking, abuse and addiction.

Marygrove 314.830.6201 www.marygrovechildren.org

Helps children, teens and young adults learn how to transcend an abusive past or over-come other life challenges and move toward a brighter future.

Maternal, Child, and Family Health Coalition 314.289.5680 www.stl-mcfhc.org

Dedicated to improving birth outcomes, promoting healthy families, and building healthy communities through education and advocacy to address the following issues: women’s health, prenatal care for all women, maternal mental health, immunizations, healthy & sustainable homes.

MERS Missouri Goodwill - The ACCESS Program 314.647.7453 www.mersgoodwill.org

This program assists individuals who are survivors of intimate partner violence with employment. This program is offered through the Lippman Center by referral only.

Missouri Baptist Children’s Home Children and Family Ministries 314.739.6811 www.mbch.org

Missouri Baptist Children’s Home is committed to serving God by responding to the needs of children, youth and families to make a lasting difference in their lives.

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Missouri Board of Probation and Parole http://doc.mo.gov/PP/

The Board of Probation and Parole governs the release of offenders from confinement in the Division of Adult Institutions by means of parole or conditional release. The board determines whether placement in a residential facility, community release center or on electronic monitoring is appropriate. The board establishes special conditions in order to address an offender’s specific needs, ultimately reducing risk and improving success under supervision.

National Council of Jewish Women – St. Louis Section 314.993.5181 www.ncjwstl.org

The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.

Nurses for Newborns 314.544.3433 www.nfnf.org

Nurses for Newborns provides a safety net for families most at-risk in order to prevent in-fant mortality, child abuse and neglect by providing in-home nursing visits which promote healthcare, education, and positive parenting skills.

Our Lady’s Inn - St. Louis City and St. Louis County 314.351.4590 www.ourladysinn.org

Our Lady’s Inn provides pregnant women and their children shelter and hope for a new life through humble acts of love and services supporting pregnant women and their children suffering with homelessness.

Our Little Haven 314.533.2229 www.ourlittlehaven.org

Provides early intervention services for children and families by creating a safe, secure and healing environment for those impacted by abuse, neglect and mental or behavioral health needs.

Phoenix Crisis Center 618.451.1008 www.phoenixcrisiscenter.org

Empowers persons impacted by domestic violence to live safely and free from further violence.

Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services of Missouri 314.989.9727 www.missouri.pchas.org

Gives kids a safe, loving place to heal and to grow when their families can’t provide that and offers extra support like therapeutic mentoring; foster care management and in-home family therapy that helps families withstand and overcome any challenges together.

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Provident, Inc. 314.533.8200 www.providentstl.org

To help individuals and families to a brighter future through counseling, crisis intervention and community outreach.

Rape and Violence End Now (RAVEN) 314.289.8000 www.ravenstl.org

Dedicated to domestic violence intervention and prevention in St. Louis; fosters peaceful relationships, families, and communities by increasing self-awareness, challenging abuse and control, teaching alternative behaviors, and promoting personal responsibility.

Redevelopment Opportunities for Women (see Family Resource Center) 314.588.8300 www.row-stl.org

Empowers low income women and their families to build safety, skills, economic security, and hope for the future.

Room at the Inn 314.209.9198 www.roomstl.org

A temporary, emergency shelter for homeless women and families, regardless of the age or gender of the children, that empowers program participants to create their own solution to their homelessness through education and referrals

Safe Connections 314.646.7500 www.safeconnections.org

The mission of Safe Connections is to reduce the impact and incidence of relationship violence and sexual assault through education, crisis intervention, counseling and support services. Safe Connections is one of the St. Louis region’s oldest and largest organizations working to prevent and end domestic and sexual violence while helping survivors reclaim their lives. Services including prevention education, crisis intervention and counseling.

SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center - Child Protection Team 314.577.5347 www.cardinalglennon.com

The Child Protection Team at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center provides expert assessment of abused children in a compassionate, child friendly manner.

St. Anthony’s Medical Center 314.525.1000 www.stanthonysmedcenter.com

St. Anthony’s, a Catholic medical center, has the duty and the privilege to provide the best care to every patient, every day.

St. Louis Center for Family Development 314.531.1155 www.stlcfd.com

Created in response to an identified need for mental health services in St. Louis City and County that are family-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based. It is the goal of the St. Louis Center for Family Development to complement and enhance the quality and accessibility of existing mental health services in the St. Louis Metro area.

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St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Victim Services Office 314.622.4941 www.circuitattorney.org

The Victim Services Unit helps crime victims, witnesses, and their families to overcome the effects of crime. The Victim Services Unit will help you understand your rights, provides information, counseling services, and overall help and support throughout the criminal justice process.

St. Louis City Family Court 314.622.4500 www.stlcitycircuitcourt.com St. Louis County Domestic Violence Court www.stlouisco.com

The St. Louis County Domestic Violence Court was created to increase safety for victims and their children, increase accountability for offenders and establish a coordinated community response to domestic violence from the justice system and partner agencies.

St. Louis County Police Department: Domestic Violence Unit (DVU)314.615.8608 www.stlouisco.com The St. Louis County Police Department, DVU investigates domestic assaults, violations of orders of protections, sexual assaults and stalking cases involving parties who are, or have been, involved in an ongoing romantic relationship, or who have a child in common. Detectives also investigate cases involving elder abuse. The DVU partners with several advocacy groups and committees aimed at assisting victims of domestic violence.

St. Louis Crisis Nursery 314.292.5770 www.crisisnurserykids.org

The Saint Louis Crisis Nursery is committed to the prevention of child abuse and neglect and provides emergency intervention, respite care and support to families in crisis

St. Louis Mental Health Board 314.535.6964 www.stlmhb.com

Facilitates the provision of quality services to the City’s most vulnerable children and adults. MHB is a special taxing authority charged with collecting and distributing two separate tax funds (Community Mental Health Fund and the Community Children’s Services Fund) for purposes consistent with Missouri State Statutes and approved by the voters.

St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department: Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) 314.444.5385 www.slmpd.org

The DART unit is responsible for investigating and reporting domestic abuse cases, stalking, order of protection violations, incidents where the perpetrator is a current or former partner/spouse and elder abuse cases. DART detectives work closely with several area advocacy and support services.

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St. Martha’s Hall 314.533.1313 www.saintmarthas.org

St. Martha’s Hall is a not-for-profit agency, which provides a shelter care program for abused women and their children. St. Martha’s Hall is guided by the social justice teachings of Jesus Christ.

St. Vincent Home for Children 314.261.6011 www.saintvincenthome.org

St. Vincent Home for Children provides quality professional treatment to children with serious emotional and behavioral problems, delivering an effective and efficient array of services, enabling children and their families to exercise self determination, achieve their potential, and find long-lasting positive ways to connect with their community.

The Angel Band Project 314.240.5525 www.angelbandproject.org

Uses music to break the silence and provide healing for rape survivors.

The Nehemiah Project www.nehemiahprogramstl.com

The Nehemiah Program presently owns and manages a growing portfolio of rental units which are primarily reserved for special needs populations and low- to moderate-income individuals and families.

The Women’s Safe House 314.772.4535 www.twsh.org

The mission of The Women’s Safe House is to provide safe shelter and support services to battered women and their dependent children and to empower women to make informed choices about their futures.

Turning Point 636.456.1186 www.turningpointdvs.com

Turning Point seeks to reduce the incidents of domestic violence and sexual assault and the devastating effect it has on the lives of the victim and her children. Turning Point strives to provide a safe haven and services for victims and educate the general public.

Vision for Children at Risk 314.534.6015 www.visionforchildren.org

Vision for Children at Risk provides three essential services – research, collaboration and advocacy – that mobilize the St. Louis region to take action on the critical needs of children. We are a catalyst creating positive change in the way the St. Louis area takes care of its children.

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Victim Service Division of St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney 314.615.2600 www.stlouiscopa.com

The Victim Service Division provides a variety of services to victims of crime in St. Louis County. Focal services include supportive counseling and crisis intervention, information on criminal and juvenile court procedures, and referral to many community and state resources.

Voices for Children 314.552.2352 www.voices-stl.org

Voices for Children advocates for abused and neglected children and youth in St. Louis by representing their best interests in court and in the community.

Washington University Department of Psychiatry www.psychiatry.wustl.edu

Woman’s Place 314.645.4848 www.womansplacestl.org

Woman’s Place is dedicated to helping women heal from the isolation, pain, and trauma of abuse through programs such as crisis intervention and support groups that help women in their transition toward safety, healing, and personal empowerment.

Youth In Need 636.946.5600 www.youthinneed.org

Youth In Need offers more than 50 direct service and support programs in order to build on the strengths of children, youth, and families so they find safety, hope and success in life.

YWCA - St. Louis Sexual Assault Center 314.531.1115 www.ywcastlouis.org

YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all by providing crisis services to survivors of rape or domestic violence; job training and career counseling; childcare; health and fitness.

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