Human Trafficking Advocacy | New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center
New Directions provides advocacy, resources and support to help survivors reclaim their independence and rebuild their lives. Advocates offer confidential, survivor-centered services including safety planning, crisis intervention and connections to housing, legal assistance and other essential resources. Immediate support or long-term assistance available.
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211 Pathways
Physical Address
212 North Main Street, Administrative Offices, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Hours
24/7.
Voice
Application process
Call 740-397-HELP (4357) 24/7. Text 740-397-HELP (4357). Chat online by visiting https://www.resourceconnect.com/newdirections/chat. Submit a message by visiting https://www.newdirectionsknox.org/contact. An advocate will respond by phone or email.
Fee
Free and Confidential.
Eligibility
New Directions human trafficking services are available to individuals impacted by trafficking, as well as individuals who may be at risk of exploitation or coercion. Services are open to youth and adults seeking safety, stability and support. All services are free, confidential and voluntary. Survivors do not need to have reported to law enforcement to receive help.
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.
Service area
Knox County, Ohio
Agency info
New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center
Provides safe housing for victims of domestic, intimate partner and sexual violence. Individual and group support, youth advocacy, legal advocacy and hospital accompaniment - shelter residency not required for these free and confidential services. Kennel is available for pets.