Provides comprehensive services for victims of domestic violence. Services include shelters for those affected by domestic violence and outreach services. Shelter location is confidential and not available to the general public. Outreach Services include counseling, court assistance, and public education and presentations. Services also include support groups for victims and survivors in Polk and Warren Counties, and child advocacy services in Polk and Warren Counties.

Crisis Line is answered by a trained domestic violence advocate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Victims of domestic violence or their friends and family members can receive counseling, information, and education about domestic abuse issues.

Crisis line available 24 hours.

Advocacy for individuals.

Support groups for adults and children. Adult classes offered in English and Spanish.

Shelter for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault.

Criminal and civil justice and legal advocacy.

Protection order application assistance.

Referrals to community supports.

Community education regarding domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and healthy relationships.

Shelter for persons experiencing domestic violence offering emergency housing, food, case management and counseling by an advocate. Women and children housed on site; men are given safe housing options over the phone.


The shelter location is undisclosed to provide greater security for its residents. It has a comprehensive security system and measures to provide a safe refuge for women and their children fleeing domestic violence.


The Shelter provides a warm home-style living setting. Bedrooms are assigned and include all bedding and pillows. Guests share a living, full kitchen, bathroom spaces, and laundry. The Shelter provides room for children to play and family space.


Food, clothing, and toys will be made immediately available for those fleeing. Contact the Domestic Violence Shelter 24 hours a day or call the CRISIS Line.

Crisis intervention and support for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Crisis line available 24 hours.

Emergency shelter, food, transportation, and limited financial assistance.

Advocacy for medical, legal, and economic needs.

Information and referrals.

Public awareness and community education programs.

Resource library.

Crisis line available 24 hours.

Advocacy for individuals.

Support groups for adults and children. Adult classes offered in English and Spanish.

Shelter for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault.

Criminal and civil justice and legal advocacy.

Protection order application assistance.

Referrals to community supports.

Community education regarding domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and healthy relationships.

Services for domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking clients include:
--24 hour emergency and support services for victims of family violence and sexual assault
Shelter
--Emergency and support transportation
--Medical assistance
--Food and clothing
--Court support and advocacy

Support groups:
--Adult Violence Survivor Support Group in English and Spanish
--Children's and Adolescent Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault Support

24 hour crisis line, support services, crisis intervention, resources, support groups for adults, teens and children, medical and legal advocacy court accompaniment, prevention training and education, crisis intervention, counseling, emergency shelter, transportation to safety and other housing options to victims of sexual abuse, information and referrals to other agencies.

A 17-bed emergency safe shelter in Dubuque, staffed 24/7 with state-certified victim advocates. Victims with high safety risk are eligible for a 30-day stay. Priority is given to Dubuque County residents. Victims from elsewhere are considered whenever there are available beds.

Helping Services for Youth and Families offers advocacy and crisis intervention services for victims of domestic violence. Services include: A 24-hour domestic violence helpline; A 24-hour Domestic Abuse Survivor chat line, which can be reached at https://www.helpingservices.org/chat/; Short-term safe homes and connections to transitional housing services; Advocacy and counseling services; Assistance with protective orders and other court services; Accompaniment to legal and medical appointments; Child advocates and support groups for children who have been exposed to domestic violence; and Provision of basic necessities such as personal care items, clothing, gas or food cards, and comfort items for children.

Temporary emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and accompanying children. Emergency needs such as food and clothing can be provided while in shelter, if needed.

24 hour crisis line provides support, info and confidential emergency services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Client advocacy is available to help support individuals through crisis, such as assistance in applying for Department of Health and Human Services economic assistance programs, finding a new place to live, or for emotional support and talking through options.

Legal advocacy provides assistance with filing domestic violence and harassment protection orders, legal referrals, help in finding legal representation, and court accompaniment.

Medical advocacy offers referrals and accompaniment as needed.

Bilingual advocacy provides immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault. To reach a Spanish-speaking advocate, contact the Spanish line or stop in at the Crete office to speak with a Spanish-speaking advocate.

Information and referrals provided regarding assistance outside of Hope Crisis Center.

Community education programs offered free of charge on topics such as: domestic violence, sexual assault, bullying, good touch/bad touch/secret touch, teen dating violence, date rape, violence in the media, sexting, domestic violence and the effects on children, sexual assault and the effect on children, and others.

Helping Services for Youth and Families offers advocacy and crisis intervention services for victims of domestic violence. Services include: A 24-hour domestic violence helpline; A 24-hour Domestic Abuse Survivor chat line, which can be reached at https://www.helpingservices.org/chat/; Short-term safe homes and connections to transitional housing services; Advocacy and counseling services; Assistance with protective orders and other court services; Accompaniment to legal and medical appointments; Child advocates and support groups for children who have been exposed to domestic violence; and Provision of basic necessities such as personal care items, clothing, gas or food cards, and comfort items for children.

Services for victims of domestic assault, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and human trafficking.

Crisis counseling, 24 hour hotline, safe shelter, and support groups.

Support services include financial assistance and advocacy.

Prevention and education materials.

Children's program, including information on bullying and a support group.

Helping Services for Youth and Families offers advocacy and crisis intervention services for victims of domestic violence. Services include: A 24-hour domestic violence helpline; A 24-hour Domestic Abuse Survivor chat line, which can be reached at https://www.helpingservices.org/chat/; Short-term safe homes and connections to transitional housing services; Advocacy and counseling services; Assistance with protective orders and other court services; Accompaniment to legal and medical appointments; Child advocates and support groups for children who have been exposed to domestic violence; and Provision of basic necessities such as personal care items, clothing, gas or food cards, and comfort items for children.

Safe shelter and supportive services for victim-survivors and their children who are experiencing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.

Emergency shelter
Transitional housing
Rapid Rehousing
Pre-shelter support
Safety planning
Crisis intervention
Case management
Children's advocacy
Short term mental health and substance use counseling
Health care navigation
Support groups for victims and children
Information and referral services
Provision of basic needs
Ongoing post-shelter support

Emergency shelter available short term to survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault.

Support groups for adults and children affected by abuse; call for times and location.

Assistance with protection orders and referrals for financial and material assistance.

Community educator provides education on violence, bullying, etc.

Support related to domestic violence and sexual assault. Services include a 24 hours crisis line, emergency shelter, emergency transportation, and crisis intervention.

Education and support, including support groups for survivors and children.

Referrals for legal and medical help and assistance with protection orders.

Helping Services for Youth and Families offers advocacy and crisis intervention services for victims of domestic violence. Services include: A 24-hour domestic violence helpline; A 24-hour Domestic Abuse Survivor chat line, which can be reached at https://www.helpingservices.org/chat/; Short-term safe homes and connections to transitional housing services; Advocacy and counseling services; Assistance with protective orders and other court services; Accompaniment to legal and medical appointments; Child advocates and support groups for children who have been exposed to domestic violence; and Provision of basic necessities such as personal care items, clothing, gas or food cards, and comfort items for children.

Crisis stabilization shelter serving survivors of sex trafficking. This facility-based program houses up to 14 individuals or adults with children. The location of the facility is confidential to ensure the safety of its residents. The shelter is staffed 24 hours a day and provides an array of services including advocacy, therapy, and case management.

Emergency shelter.

Immediate crisis support to abuse victims and their families.

Counseling for individuals.

Education and information on dynamics of abuse and violence.

Information on legal alternatives.

Protection order assistance.

Community education programs.

Referrals for all needed services

Support groups for women and children.

Support related to domestic violence and sexual assault. Services include a 24 hours crisis line, emergency shelter, emergency transportation, and crisis intervention.

Education and support, including support groups for survivors and children.

Referrals for legal and medical help and assistance with protection orders.

Provides free and confidential support to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, and homicide or other violent crimes. Advocates meet with clients where the client is in Boone, Greene, Marshall, Story, and Tama counties. A 24-hour crisis hotline and shelter for victims of domestic violence are also available.

Housing Access offers a multitude of services and programs to assist survivors in gaining permanent housing.

Temporary emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and accompanying children. Emergency needs such as food and clothing can be provided while in shelter, if needed.

24 hour crisis line provides support, info and confidential emergency services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Client advocacy is available to help support individuals through crisis, such as assistance in applying for Department of Health and Human Services economic assistance programs, finding a new place to live, or for emotional support and talking through options.

Legal advocacy provides assistance with filing domestic violence and harassment protection orders, legal referrals, help in finding legal representation, and court accompaniment.

Medical advocacy offers referrals and accompaniment as needed.

Bilingual advocacy provides immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault. To reach a Spanish-speaking advocate, contact the Spanish line or stop in at the Crete office to speak with a Spanish-speaking advocate.

Information and referrals provided regarding assistance outside of Hope Crisis Center.

Community education programs offered free of charge on topics such as: domestic violence, sexual assault, bullying, good touch/bad touch/secret touch, teen dating violence, date rape, violence in the media, sexting, domestic violence and the effects on children, sexual assault and the effect on children, and others.