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Community Outreach - Family Rescue - Administration Office

8811 S Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617

Eligibility

Survivors of domestic violence, even if they are still not ready to leave the abuser.

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 6:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 6:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
(800) 360-6619

Voice - 24-hour crisis hotline (in English and Spanish)

https://familyrescueinc.org/programs-services/community-outreach-program/

Application process

Contact Family Rescue for more information.

Fees

Free

Service area

IL

Description

The Community Outreach Program provides counseling, advocacy, and outreach to survivors of domestic violence. Community Outreach staff facilitate workshops in schools to educate students on the signs and effects of domestic violence. They also teach conflict resolution and healthy relationship-building skills. Community Outreach staff facilitate over ten on-site and community-based support groups weekly for victims of domestic violence. These provide a safe, confidential place for survivors to express their feelings and experiences while receiving the support and empowerment they need to make healthy, secure choices for themselves and their families.

Date of Last Formal Update

10/25/2023

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Family Rescue

Family Rescue, Inc. is dedicated to eliminating domestic violence in the Chicago community by providing comprehensive support services and shelter to victims of domestic violence, particularly abused women and their children, engaging in advocacy to promote future system change, and encouraging prevention through community education.