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FAMILY CRISIS CENTER | FAMILY CRISIS CENTER

1014 North Elm Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501

Eligibility

Anyone affected by domestic violence

Required documents

None

Hours

Mon 12 am - 11:59 pm Tue 12 am - 11:59 pm Wed 12 am - 11:59 pm Thu 12 am - 11:59 pm Fri 12 am - 11:59 pm Sat 12 am - 11:59 pm Sun 12 am - 11:59 pm

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

Call for service

Fees

None

Service area

Jasper County, Iowa
Jefferson County, Iowa
Poweshiek County, Iowa
Wayne County, Iowa
Davis County, Iowa
Appanoose County, Iowa
Marion County, Iowa
Wapello County, Iowa
Mahaska County, Iowa
Monroe County, Iowa
Lucas County, Iowa
Keokuk County, Iowa

Description

Provides short-term counseling, advocacy, support groups, intervention programs, and immediate assistance for individuals affected by domestic violence. Services include helping victims and survivors understand the dynamics of abuse, offering tools for empowerment, and addressing the damaging effects of violence.

Immediate assistance may include steps to ensure safety, short-term emotional support, assistance with shelter, legal information and advocacy, referrals for medical treatment, and ongoing counseling or group support. Intervention programs may include classes or group sessions that educate offenders on the cycle of abuse, tactics of power and control, and the importance of taking responsibility for their actions. These programs also teach skills such as problem-solving, conflict resolution, stress management, and communication to foster healthy relationships.

Victim panels may also be available, allowing survivors to share their experiences and the impact of abuse on their lives. Hotline staff are generally available via telephone, email, chat, and/or text to provide support and guidance.

Providing organization

FAMILY CRISIS CENTER

Provides hope and advocacy to people living with intimate partner violence.