JOSEPH'S COLLEGE TITLE IX RESOURCE GUIDE

NATIONAL HOTLINES

Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network

800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/

RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE (7233) https://www.thehotline.org/ 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline

866-331-9474 https://www.thehotline.org/news/new-national-teen-dating-abuse-helpline/ Teens and parents anywhere in the country can call toll free or log on to the interactive Web site, loveisrespect.org, and receive immediate, confidential assistance.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

800-950-NAMI (6264). https://nami.org/help

The NAMI Helpline is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. Helpline staff and volunteers are experienced, well-trained, and able to provide guidance.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

Call 988 https://988lifeline.org/

988 is now the three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (or 988 Lifeline). You can also call 800-273-8255. When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing 988 Lifeline network, made up of over 200 local crisis centers. These counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States.

LGBTQ+

Call 988 https://988lifeline.org/help-yourself/lgbtq/

If you're struggling, you can call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, 24/7. For specialized LGBTQI+ affirming counseling for youth, text Q to 988 or press 3 when prompted while calling. There are crisis counselors available to support you without judgment.

Linea de Crisis - RDAP está aquí para ti. (RAPE/DOMESTIC ABUSE PROGRAM)

877-215-0167

https://nprdap.org/en-espanol/

La violación, la agresión sexual, el abuso doméstico y la violencia de pareja pueden afectar a cualquier persona, independientemente de su sexo, edad, raza, orientación sexual o estado económico.

NEBRASKA STATEWIDE RESOURCES

Nebraska Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence

(402) 476-6256

https://www.nebraskacoalition.org/

The Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition is a statewide advocacy organization committed to the prevention and elimination of sexual and domestic violence, and stalking. We work to enhance safety and justice for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking by supporting and building upon the services provided by the network of local programs across the state of Nebraska.

Nebraska Address Confidentiality Program

(402) 471-3568 or (866) 227-6327

https://sos.nebraska.gov/business-services/address-confidentiality-program

The ACP program provides victims who have moved to a new location, unknown to their abuser, with a substitute address for use when interacting with state and local agencies. It also provides a cost-free first-class mail forwarding service to its participants.

GRAND ISLAND AREA RESOURCES

The Crisis Center, Inc.

308-382-8250

http://www.gicrisis.org/

2251 North Webb Rd., PO Box 5885, Grand Island NE 68803

Crisis Centre programs strategically address the many issues facing victims of domestic violence and sexual assault while working to reduce the number of future victims through education and prevention. Safety services include: 24/7 hotline, expert accompaniment, and navigation through the systems (court hearings, welfare applications, etc.), counselling and legal aid referrals, safe shelters.

Grand Island/Hall County Victim Assistance

Grand Island Police / Law Enforcement Center

111 Public Safety Drive, Grand Island, NE 68801

(308) 385-5409

https://www.gipolice.org/services/victim-assistance-program

The program provides free services to individuals who have suffered physical, sexual, financial, or emotional harm because of the commission of a crime. Program staff and volunteers will respond to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims; assist primary and secondary crime victims in stabilizing their lives after victimization; assist victims in understanding and participating in the criminal justice system; and provide victims of crime with a measure of safety and security.

KEARNEY AREA RESOURCES

Kearney Police Dept. Victim/Witness Unit

2025 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847

(308) 233-5263

https://cityofkearney.org/692/VictimWitness-Assistance

The Victim Services Division is a program set up to aid victims of crime who are unaware of the avenues of assistance open to them. The majority of crime victims are not knowledgeable of the procedures necessary to obtain assistance, or they are too traumatized or injured to cope with the problem. The Victim Services Division is a free public service offering information, practical assistance, and community referrals to victims of crime in the Buffalo County area.

The S.A.F.E Center

620 E. St. Suite 14, Kearney, NE 68847

(308) 237-2599

Toll Free (877) 237-2513 www.safecenter.org

The S.A.F.E. Center is the Spouse/Sexual Abuse Family Education Center. The S.A.F.E. Center’s mission is to provide free and confidential services for those affected by dating violence, domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and stalking while bringing awareness and prevention efforts to all individuals across South Central Nebraska.

LINCOLN AREA RESOURCES

Victim Assistance

The Lincoln Police Department's Victim Assistance Unit

575 S 10th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508

(402) 441-6000 (24 hour)

https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/Police/Departments/Victim-Assistance

Provides a free public service to victims and/or witnesses of crime, as well as those impacted by suicide. The Lincoln Police Department created this unit to better serve its citizens who have experienced the trauma of victimization or suicide. What can the Victim Assistance Unit do for me? The Victim Assistance Unit advocates are available to discuss your questions and provide emotional support; explore potential resources related to your circumstances; assist with protection order affidavits or victim compensation forms; provide ongoing updates regarding cases and accompany you to court hearings; and assist you with victim impact statements.

Voices of Hope

2545 N St., Lincoln, NE 68510

402-475-7273 / 402-476-2110

https://www.voicesofhopelincoln.org/

Voices of Hope helps with filing protection orders, obtaining basic needs, developing a safety plan and provides presentations on subjects related to domestic violence and sexual assault. They also maintain a 24-hour crisis line, advocacy in response to calls from law enforcement and hospitals, walk-in services, counseling, support groups for domestic violence and sexual assault victims including a Spanish speaking support group for women who are or have been in an abusive relationship.

Friendship Home

P.O. Box 85358, Lincoln, NE 68501-5358

(402) 437-9302 https://friendshiphome.org/

Shelter and support for battered women and their children. Services include safe shelter for women and children who are homeless due to domestic violence or sexual assault, crisis intervention services, individual and group counseling, transitional housing, support groups for women who have experienced violent relationships and children who have witnessed or have been a target of family violence, community education about the dynamics of domestic violence, advocacy and referral to community services, children's advocacy to help kids identify feelings, manage conflict and cope with family changes and limited food, clothing, toiletries and other emergency items.

NORFOLK AREA RESOURCES

Bright Horizons

601 E Norfolk Ave., Norfolk Ne 68701 24/7 Crisis Line (877) 379-3798 402-379-2026 https://brighthorizonsne.org

Bright Horizons’ help is free and confidential, providing Individual Advocacy, Shelter Support, Support Groups, Community Education, Criminal Justice and Legal Advocacy. They assist women, men, and children escape violence and abuse. Call with any questions you might have. Help is waiting for you and there are no obligations.

Norfolk Family Coalition

Crisis Intervention/Emergency Assistance

(402) 640-2409 https://norfolkfamilycoalition.org/connected-youth-initiative/ 1800 W. Pasewalk Ave, Ste. 200, Norfolk, NE 68701

Targets youth ages 14 through 25 in efforts to support “unconnected” young people, homelessness, or near homeless, or those that simply lack family support. They also help those pregnant or parenting to become self-reliant.