Alliance Against Family Violence Confidential Shelter Reopens
- April 2, 2019
- Posted by: Lucca Wang
- Category: 2019
PRESS RELEASE
Alliance Against Family Violence Confidential Shelter Reopens
IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 2, 2019
- 24/7 crisis hotline services: 913.675.7217
- 24/7 emergency confidential shelter services
Leavenworth, KS, April 2, 2019 — After over a year since closing its doors, the Alliance Against Family Violence in Leavenworth, Kansas will resume operations today, April 2, 2019. The organization will begin providing 24/7 hotline services and emergency confidential shelter to individuals, and their children, who are fleeing domestic violence.
Trained professional staff will provide trauma-informed, compassionate care to all those impacted by sexual or domestic violence in Leavenworth County. The hotline at 913.675.7217 is available to any individual affected by violence, whether it happened yesterday or 20 years ago.
The emergency, confidential shelter provides a safe place for individuals and families in need of a secure location to escape the threat of an intimate partner or family member. Any person in need of confidential shelter can contact the Alliance through the hotline at 913.675.7217.
The Alliance plans to launch its sexual assault advocacy and police response advocacy services early this summer.
Any individuals looking to support the Alliance through donating their time or resources can learn more at https://www.allianceks.org/.
Contact Information:
Jennifer Marsh
Executive Director
913.675.7220
(c) 202.271.9007
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The Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV)’s mission is to prevent and eliminate sexual and domestic violence. Find more information on KCSDV’s website at http://kcsdv.org.
The 24-hour Kansas Crisis Hotline is 888-END-ABUSE (888-363-2287).
KANSAS CRISIS HOTLINE: 888-END-ABUSE | 888-363-2287
Last Updated on Apr 2, 2019