All APFV services are for victims of domestic violence and survivors of sexual assault, and affected family members. Services are
confidential and free of charge
. APFV is a mandatory reporter of child abuse/neglect. APFV does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, political views, marital status, or disability.
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Services for current or past victims of domestic violence within an intimate partner relationship (emotional, physical, sexual)
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Services for vitims of a sexually adult encounter (adults, adolescents, survivors of childhood sexual abuse, supportive services for affected family members
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24-hour telephone crisis line
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Individual counseling with an advocate by appointment or walk-in
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Weekly ongoing support groups for women, adolescents, and children
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Safety planning, including information on restraining orders
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Providing "no contact" lift appointments
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Information and voluntary referral to other community agencies, including shelter referral
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Legal advocacy, including assistance in understanding the legal system/court process and some court accompaniment
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On-scene advocacy immediately following an arrest
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Transitional Housing Program
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Information about an optional Sexual Assault Exam (SANE exam) and accompaniment through the process
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Information about reporting an assault to police and optional accompaniment through the process
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Services for children and adolescents who are current/past victims (or witnesses) of domestic violence or sexual assault
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