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Services

The phone numbers and services below are the best place to start if you are concerned about domestic or sexual abuse. If you (or someone you know) have experienced domestic or sexual violence, you are not alone. Domestic and sexual violence affects all kinds of people every day. Please know that you are not at fault for any of the abuse that you may have experienced and that there are places that can help. Domestic and sexual violence can take many forms. It can include physical violence, verbal attacks, psychological manipulation, sexual abuse, financial abuse, or other forms of control by a partner or family member.

Call to Safety

Dial Call to Safety at 503-235-5333 or toll-free at 1-888-235-5333 if you are not experiencing an emergency, but need to talk to someone immediately.

El Programa Hispano - Proyecto UNICA

Línea de Crisis 503-232-4448. Línea de Crisis 24 horas sin costo 1-888-232-4448. Los servicios que se ofrecen a las sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y/o asalto sexual incluyen:

Línea de crisis en español disponible 24 horas al día
Manejo de casos y abogacía
Grupos de Apoyo en español
Apoyo a los padres/madres
Educación a la comunidad
Asistencia en la petición de órdenes de restricción y de acecho

The Gateway Center for Domestic & Sexual Violence Services 

The Gateway Center provides same day 1-on-1 domestic and sexual violence support over the phone. Advocates at the Gateway Center can provide safety planning, access to a wide variety of support services and help with navigating the restraining order process. To explore options call us at 503-988-6400.

 

Other Local Domestic Violence Resources

Below are other resources in Multnomah County:

Bradley Angle
Raphael House of Portland
Salvation Army West Women’s and Children’s Shelter
Volunteers of America Home Free
YWCA Yolanda Project

Culturally Specific Services:

Abuse Recovery Ministry & Services - faith-based services
Bradley Angle’s LGBTQ Program - LGBTQ-specific services
Bradley Angle's Healing Roots Program- services for African and African American individuals and families
IRCO RIFS Program - services for immigrants and refugees
NAYA Domestic Violence Healing Circle - services through a Native lens
Project UNICA - latino/a and Spanish-speaking services
Russian Oregon Social Services - support for the Russian-speaking population
 

Sexual Assault Services

Call to Safety - 24 hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line, medical accompaniment, support groups, advocacy crisis line 503-235-5333 toll-free 1-888-235-5333

Project UNICA - El Programa Hispano Catolico - Sexual Assault Crisis Line, medical accompaniment, support groups, advocacy - bilingual English and Spanish services

SARC - Washington County based sexual assault program, 24 hour Help Line 503-640-5311

Victim Rights Law Center - Free legal help for survivors of sexual violence

The Gateway Center for Domestic & Sexual Violence Services - Offers a variety of services, including referrals to legal support, for domestic & sexual violence survivors and their children. To explore options, please call 503-988-6400 during our regular business hours (M-F 9am-4pm). 

Legal Aid - Possible free or low cost legal representation; Contested restraining orders

Oregon Courts - Help with protection orders and custody orders. Room 211 Restraining Order Advocates - assistance with safety planning and restraining orders offered Mon-Fri in room 211 at the Multnomah County Courthouse until 11:45am

Oregon Crime Victims Law Center - Free legal services for victims of crime in Oregon

OregonLawHelp.org - articles, forms, courts, where to find help and more information regarding civil legal issues

What to Expect in Court

Going to court can be stressful. Whether you are seeking a restraining order or have other court business, this video will show you step by step what to expect on your court date. Please seek legal counsel beforehand. If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, please contact Legal Aid to see if you qualify for services. View Video

 

Last reviewed November 26, 2024