YCC Family Crisis Center

The Crisis Line is available for victims of sexual assault or domestic violence. The YCC has a team of trained advocates who can offer victims support and services. Note: the sexual assault hotline phone number is different than the domestic violence hotline. It is (801) 394-6552

Free, confidential, legal advice provided by licensed volunteer attorneys. Topics covered: divorce, child support, custody, tenant housing issues, elder law, and guardianship.

An intermediate step between emergency crisis shelter and permanent housing. It is more long term, service intensive, and private than the emergency shelter. It is meant to provide a safe, supportive environment where residents can overcome the trauma of domestic violence, gain the skills and means to afford their housing, and begin to rebuild their support network.

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Program works primarily with victims of domestic violence while going through the criminal justice system. Provides court assistance, on scene response, protective order assistance, crisis intervention.

Domestic Violence class is a psycho-educational class and support group for victims of domestic violence. The class focuses on understanding the cycle of abuse, power and control, characteristics of an abuser, and how to develop healthy relationships. The classes run for 14 to 16 weeks.

Provide individuals, children, and families effective child-rearing guidance, coping skills, self-esteem, and social skills, including those who have witnessed or been exposed to domestic violence.

Support groups for survivors of sexual assault. The Sexual Assault Educational support group, facilitated by YCC professionals, leads clients through a healing and empowering experience using a gentle step by step guide.

Shelter available for victims of domestic violence and their children fleeing abusive situations. Services include, but are not limited to: access to staff, case management services, clothing/food/hygiene products, crisis intervention, and counseling. Clients also receive support services from other YCC and VAC programs while staying in the shelter.

Provides three nutritious meals a day along with a daily self-esteem based curriculum including art, math, language reasoning, science, nature, and diversity. Led by a well-trained staff with state licensing.

Assists in applying for protective restraining orders. Helps the client complete the paperwork and file it with the court.

Provides domestic violence prevention and education presentations to any group that requests them. Creates public awareness and works to reduce the stigma surrounding domestic violence.

Provides case management to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Helps them identify community resources and enroll in public benefit programs.