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Advocates of Lake County
24/7 Crisis phone number:
Mission statement

The Advocates of Lake County provides trauma-informed services and promotes a community where individuals experiencing violence or housing insecurity may achieve personal autonomy.

Brief description of services provided

The Advocates of Lake County assists survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and any kind of violent crime. All Advocates services are free and confidential, and we provide an accepting atmosphere. People of all genders, persuasions, and socioeconomic backgrounds are welcome, including LBGTQ and Spanish-speaking clients.

Who they serve

Genders served
All genders served
Ages served
Adults, Accompanied Minors
Eligible populations
Adult men, Adult men with minor children, Adult women, Adult women with minor children, Family members or friends who are both victims
Specializations/Sensitive to
Individuals experiencing homelessness, Sex trafficking survivors, DV / IPV survivors, Sexual assault survivors, Victims of crime, Human trafficking survivors

Services offered

Basic Needs Assistance
Food assistance, Resource Navigation, Hygiene Kits or Items
Case Management
Basic Case Management, Resource Navigation (as needed), Advocacy & Accompaniment
Crisis Services
On Call Advocates, Crisis Hotline With Resource Navigation, Victim Assistance / Advocacy, Safety Planning / Services
Legal Assistance
Shelter
Housing assistance program, Transitional housing / short term residential program
Transportation Assistance
Financial assistance (train/bus/plane tickets), Volunteers / staff who transport clients, Emergency transportation for survivors fleeing an abuser

How to access services

Access
Can meet survivor at their home, Can meet survivor in the community, Survivor must call themselves, 24/7 intake/arrival
Service requirements
Must be actively fleeing an abuser, Victimization requirements
Safety
Confidential address

Additional information

Faith-based organization
No
Services provided if legal status is unclear

Hours of Operation

Monday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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