Beacon of Hope Crisis Center has trained sexual assault advocates who offer support and guidance without judgement.

Availability:  Our office hours are 8:30-4:30 PM and we have extended crisis line coverage until 1:00 am daily. Our victim advocates are available during office hours to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims.  We are an advocacy and referral crisis support center.  We are not a 24/7 provider and we are not a shelter.  We do have collaborative partner referral resources to which we refer victims that need immediate assistance outside of our available hours of operation.

Advocates provide safety, education and support to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

Sexual Assault Advocacy Services

Crisis Intervention:
  • Support through the initial crisis phase and the recovery process
  • Accompaniment to the hospital
  • Accompaniment to the police station
Court Advocacy/Criminal Justice Support:
  • Updates to the victim on criminal case within the criminal justice process
  • Assistance to victims in connecting with their assigned advocate within the prosecutor’s office on detailed information regarding their case
  • Help with preparation of a Victim Impact Statement
  • Assistance to victims with filing for a protective order
  • Accompaniment to court for criminal cases, protective orders or CHINS cases
Case Management:
  • Help  with creation of a safety plan
  • Help with the Crime Victims Compensation and Address Confidentiality Program Applications
  • Resource information and referrals (medical assistance, legal assistance, shelter/housing, employment, childcare, counseling/support groups)
  • Provide appropriate follow-ups