Youth Advocacy | New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center

212 North Main Street, Administrative Offices, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Eligibility

New Directions youth advocacy services are available to children and teens who have experienced or witnessed domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, teen dating violence or other forms of trauma. Services are open to youth, whether they are staying in our shelter, living in the community or connected through schools or partner agencies. All youth advocacy services are free, confidential and voluntary.

Hours

24/7.

(740) 397-4357

Voice

https://www.newdirectionsknox.org

[email protected]

Languages

New Directions is committed to ensuring language is never a barrier to safety or support. Staff use LanguageLine Services, which allows them to connect with trained interpreters in over 240 languages, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Application process

Call 740-397-HELP (4357) 24/7. Text 740-397-HELP (4357). Chat online at https://www.resourceconnect.com/newdirections/chat. Submit a message by visiting https://www.newdirectionsknox.org/contact. An advocate will respond by phone or email.

Fees

Free and Confidential.

Service area

Knox County, Ohio

Description

New DirectionsYouth Advocates provide advocacy for youth who have witnessed violence or experienced domestic or sexual violence, whether they are staying in our shelter or living in the community. Individual support, guidance, and advocacy available.

Data provided by

211 Pathways

What's Here

Dating Violence Prevention Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Violence

Providing organization

New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center

New Directions provides free and confidential resources for individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault or human trafficking. Services include a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency crisis shelter and advocacy supports. New Directions also offers support groups, outreach and awareness initiatives and prevention and education programs.