Emergency Services

24 Hour Access

Crisis Line: 208 746-9655

or

800-669-3176 (WA & ID only)

 

Homelessness *| Domestic Violence

Sexual Assault * Crime Victim Services * Emergency Services

YWCA of LEWISTON/CLARKSTON CRISIS SERVICES

YWCA of Lewiston/Clarkston is a private, non-profit social service organization that operates a comprehensive program serving Washington and Idaho residents. Located in Lewiston and Clarkston, the agency serves families in the surrounding counties. The program consists of services to all victims of crime, including domestic violence and sexual assault; a living center and support services for homeless families a 24-hour crisis line; information and referral and emergency services.

Crisis Services is committed to providing direct services for victims, educating the public and advocating for social change to improve the quality of life in our communities. Services focus on empowering clients by reinforcing their autonomy and self-determination.

All services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity and orientation, creed, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All services are accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phoning 746-9655 or-800-669-3176
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HOMELESS PROGRAM

The YWCA's seven-unit Greenhouse Apartments were completed in 1991.   We Provide: 

  • Temporary housing for families with children

  • Support services, including food, gas, transportation and childcare

  • Case management for adults and children

  • Support groups

  • Referrals to parenting classes

  • Assistance finding housing, employment and other resources

  • Financial and emotional support when transitioning into permanent housing

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DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES

Domestic abuse is the physical abuse, threat of physical abuse, or the emotional abuse by a relative or person with whom the victim resides.   We provide:

  • Temporary shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused victims and their children

  • 24-hour hotline for crisis intervention, emotional support and information and referral

  • Individual and group counseling

  • Support groups for women and youth

  • Assistance with other social service organizations, law enforcement officers, and the court system

  • Legal advocacy, including assistance in obtaining protection orders

  • Education about domestic violence dynamics

  • There is no fee for domestic violence services

You Should Know

  • No one deserves to be beaten.

  • The act of assault is a crime no matter where it occurs.

  • The violent situation will not improve without action and may result in death.

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SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES
 

Sexual assault refers to all types of sexual violence with or without a weapon, sexual penetration, incest or unwanted touch. Any person may be a victim of sexual assault regardless of their age or sex.   We provide:

  • 24-hour crisis intervention at hospitals, police stations, or by phoning 746-9655

  • Temporary shelter for victims and their children

  • Individual and group counseling for adult, teen and child victims

  • 24-hour hotline for emotional support and information on, and referral to, available services

  • Personal support includes coordination with other social service agencies

  • Medical advocacy

  • Legal advocacy with law enforcement and the court system and help applying for Crime Victims Compensation

  • There is no fee for sexual assault services

  • Support group

IF YOU ARE SEXUALLY ASSAULTED

  • Go to a safe place.

  • Get medical attention.

  • Do not bathe, douche or brush your teeth before going to the hospital.

  • Do not disturb any clothing you or the attacker were wearing.

  • Request that an advocate from YWCA Crisis Services be called to support you.

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VICTIMS OF CRIME SERVICES

In the United States, a violent crime occurs every 19 seconds. Every 9 seconds someone becomes a victim of identity theft.  Every 24 minutes, someone is murdered.   We provide the following services for victims of crime:

  • 24-hour crisis intervention

  • Caring, non-judgmental support for male, female, and children victims of crime

  • Legal advocacy including help obtaining crime victim's compensation

  • Medical advocacy including emergency room support

  • Books, brochures, and other information regarding crime

  • Short-term counseling

  • Therapy referrals

  • Temporary shelter for victims who cannot stay in their own home

  • Services for survivors of violent crime and family members of homicide victims

  • Transportation and child care for related appointments

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GENERAL EMERGENCY SERVICES

Individuals in need of assistance lacking other resources may qualify for emergency services. All services are confidential. Services include, but are not limited to: 

  • Rent Assistance (ID only)

  • Transportation

  • Prescription medication

  • Lodging

  • Food

  • Information / Referral

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YWCA
300 Main St.
Lewiston

746-9655
or
800-669-3176 (in Washington and Idaho only)