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ACT offers crisis support, shelter, counseling, specialized programs, education, and services for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

Choose a program below to learn more about available services and how to get started.

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Programs

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24-Hour Hotline

Help is available any time, day or night.

ACT’s 24-hour helpline provides crisis counseling, safety planning, information and referrals, shelter assistance, and help connecting with ACT programs.

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Sexual Assault Services

Crisis care, counseling, and support after sexual assault.

ACT provides services for sexual assault survivors including crisis intervention, counseling, forensic services, follow-up support, information, and referrals.

Support is also available for family members and others affected by a loved one’s assault.

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Residential Program

A safer place with ongoing support.

ACT’s Residential Program provides shelter and support for people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, as well as their children.

Services may include counseling, safety planning, case management, groups, and connections to additional resources.

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Non-Residential Program

Counseling and support without staying in shelter.

ACT provides individual counseling, therapy, educational programs, and support groups for survivors and families who need ongoing help outside of residential shelter.

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Teen Services

Support and education for teens and the adults who care about them.

Teen services help young people learn about healthy relationships, recognize dating abuse, understand safety, and connect with support.

Parents, caregivers, and trusted adults can also find guidance for helping a teen.

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Children’s Program

Age-appropriate support for children and families.

ACT’s Children’s Program provides counseling, educational support groups, and other services designed around a child’s age and developmental needs.

Children staying in ACT shelters may also receive individual and group support.

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Economic Empowerment

Build financial knowledge and greater independence.

ACT’s Economic Empowerment Program supports survivors through financial education, employment and education resources, advocacy, and skills that can help strengthen long-term financial stability.

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On-Call Crisis Program

Crisis support when immediate help is needed.

ACT’s On-Call Crisis Response Program provides crisis counseling, information, and referrals for people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault through area hospitals, medical providers, and ACT’s rape crisis services.

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BAN Program

Accountability and alternatives to abusive behavior.

ACT’s BAN Program — Banish Abuse Now — is a Batterers’ Intervention Program focused on recognizing abusive behavior, taking responsibility, understanding power and control, and developing nonviolent alternatives.

ACT also offers an Anger Management Program for eligible participants.

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