Quick Reference Guide

Advocacy Info and Resources

Cicely Wood
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Table of Contents
Dawn's Services..3
Resources.5
Domestic Violence Services & Shelters by County5
Single Woman's Shelter (Non Confidential).9
Family Shelter (Non Confidential).11
Pregnant/Family Housing13
Day Shelter14
Motel Vouchers.15
Gas Vouchers..16
Protection Orders...17
Safety Planning..22
Legal Resources.23













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DAWN SERVICES
Advocacy & Crisis Line at (425) 656-7867 (STOP)
Support Groups (call in advance to reserve childcare)
Tuesday 4 p.m. 6 p.m. (Espanola)
Tuesday 6 p.m. 8 p.m. (English)
Wednesday 10 a.m. 12 a.m. (English)
Advocacy for Survivors
24 hour crisis line
1-on-1 advocacy (appt by phone or in person)
Para el Espaol, llame (425) 656-4305, ext. 2853.
Advocacy for Immigrant Survivors of Abuse
We speak Spanish and English
Use interpreters for other languages
Legal Advocacy
Access to resources for criminal and/or civil matters (protection orders, parenting
plans, child support, visitation or custody and divorce)
Free legal clinics are available once a month; 30 minutes of free time with family
law attorney.
Referrals to community legal programs.
Economic Justice Advocate
Works with welfare system providing DV education, safety planning, resources,
and support in identifying and accomplishing client set goals.
Programs for Children
The Childrens Domestic Violence Response Team (CDVRT): collaboration
between Community Advocates from DAWN, therapists from Sound Mental
Health and Childrens Advocates from the YMCA
Children, ages 3 12 aided in exploring their feelings, fears and converns by
meeting one-on-one with a therapist, joining Kids Club participating in the
CDVRP program.
Mental Health Services
DAWN offers free, time limited therapy.
DAWN therapists understand abuse dynamics and the impact and long term
effects these have on the survivor.
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Often therapy focuses on self-image, trauma responses, and survival strategies.
Other issues can include grief and depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and
parenting issues and life change adjustments.
We can also provide referrals to private therapists and suggestions for low cost
or Medicaid providers in the community. Both support groups and trauma-
informed counseling can facilitate and accelerate the natural healing process for
survivors.
Emergency Confidential Shelter
DAWN provides confidential shelter, as well as food, access to clothing, health
care screening and medical care, chemical dependency counseling, access to
mental health providers, childrens programming, transportation assistance, and
access to the full range of services available through DAWN. Advocates work
with clients to address immediate needs, as well as the transition to longer-term
housing options.












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RESOURCES
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES & SHELTERS
ISLAND COUNTY
CADA-Citizens Against Domestic Abuse (Whidbey Island) 360.675.2232
Emergency Shelter
Advocacy
Legal Advocacy & Court Support
Support Groups

KING
API Chaya 206.325.0325
Advocacy
Consejo (Seattle, Bellevue, Kent) 1.888.847.7205
Advocacy for Latina Survivors of DV
Legal Advocacy for Latina Survivors of DV
Emergency Assistance
Help with obtaining emergency shelter
Transportation and food during crisis

Catherine Booth House (Seattle) 206.324.4943
Emergency Shelter
Advocacy Services
Legal Advocacy

Domestic Abuse Womens Network (Tukwila) 425.656.7867
Emergency Shelter
Advocacy Services
Legal Advocacy
Legal Clinics
Support Groups
Chemical Dependency Group
Economic Justice Advocacy
Programs for Teens
Programs for Kids
Mental Health Services
Address Confidentiality

LifeWire (Bellevue) 425.746.1940
Emergency Shelter
Motel Vouchers
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Advocacy Services
Children & Teen Groups
Counseling Services
Education & Training
Latina Outreach Program
Legal Advocacy
Women's Support Groups

New Beginnings (Seattle) 206.522.9472
Emergency Shelter
Support Groups
Chemical Dependency Group
Advocacy Services
Legal Clinics
Legal Advocacy
Parenting Classes
Childrens Services

Northwest Network 206.568.7777
Mon-Fri 9 5
Advocacy for LGBT

Solid Ground/Broadview (Seattle) 206.694.6700
24-hour crisis intervention
Confidential DV Shelter (206.299.2500)
advocacy-based counseling
goal setting and weekly progress meetings
domestic violence education and support groups
legal advocacy
addiction recovery services
mental health counseling
access and referrals to healthcare
resource referrals for education, food, legal services and housing

YWCA (Seattle) 206.461.4882
45 Day Emergency Shelter
DV Crisis Line

KITSAP COUNTY
YCWA Alive (Bremerton) 360.479.1980
Crisis response
Legal Advocacy and Support
Emergency Shelter
Protection Orders
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Crime Victim Compensation
Safety Planning
Advocacy Based Counseling
Support Services
Victim Advocacy throughout criminal proceedings

KITTITAS COUNTY
Aspen (Ellensburg) 866.925.9384
Emergency Shelter
Advocacy
Legal Advocacy
Medical Advocacy
Support Group

MASON COUNTY
Turning Pointe (Shelton) 360.432.1212
24 hour Crisis Line
Emergency Shelter
Pet Facilities On-Site
DV and SA Services
Support Groups
Domestic Violence Classes
Legal Advocacy
Advocacy Based Counseling
Language Interpretation
Safety Planning
Address Confidentiality

PIERCE COUNTY
Family Renewal Shelter (Tacoma) 253.475.9010
Emergency Shelter
Case Management
Legal Advocacy
Transportation
On-site Animal Kennel

We Are Family Program/KWA (Tacoma) 253.535.4202
Emergency Shelter
Bilingual Counseling and Advocacy
Support Group for Sexual Assault Victims

YWCA Womens Support Shelter (Tacoma) 253.383.2593
Emergency Shelter
Advocacy
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Legal Services/Legal Line: (253) 365-6352

SKAGIT
Skagit Rape Relief/Battered Womens Services (Mt. Vernon) 206.336.2162
SNOHOMISH
Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County (Everett) 425.252.2873
Emergency Shelter
Legal Advocacy
Support Groups

THURSTON COUNTY
Safe Place (Olympia) 360.754.6300
Emergency Shelter
Helpline
Walk-in Advocacy
Legal Advocacy
Culturally Relevant Advocacy
Support Groups

WHATCOM COUNTY
Womencare (Bellingham) 360.734.3438
Emergency Shelter
One on one advocacy based counseling
Support group with childcare
Legal advocacy
Children's advocacy
Sponsorship for educational scholarships through WISP Inc.
Safety planning
Clothing vouchers
Immigration Advocacy







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SINGLE WOMEN SHELTERS (NON-CONFIDENTIAL)
KING COUNTY
Downtown Emergency Services Center (DESC)(Seattle) 206.464.1570
Compass Center/Hammond House (Seattle) 211
Hours: 6:00 pm 7:00am
Access: Check in at Womens Referral Center from
6:00 pm 9:00 p.m. (2024 3
rd
Ave)
Sacred Heart Shelter (Seattle) 211
Access through 211
Salvation Army (William Booth Center Seattle) 211
Access through 211
Hospitality House (Burien) 206.242.1860
Phone Screenings: Monday Thursday 1pm-7pm
YWCA (Downtown Seattle 5
th
& Seneca) 206.461.4882
Access through 211
Womens Referral Center (Seattle 4
th
& Battery) 206.441.3210
Daily 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Referrals to Shelters in the community
Noel House (Seattle) 206.441.3210
Accessed through Womens Referral Center
Adult Service Center 206.357.3190

Operation Nightwatch (Seattle) 206.329.2099.
After local shelters have closed their doors for the night, Operation Nightwatch
performs a critical service, by making calls to area shelters to locate any potential
space available. Our clients are placed at shelters that report open space and
are given a bus ticket to get there.
Dispatch Center Hours: 9p.m. to Midnight
If you have questions, call us during the day at
(206) 323 4359 or at the Dispatch Center after
7:00p.m. at (206) 329 2099.
Angelines Center YWCA 206.436.8656
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Roots Young Adult Shelter (18-25) 206.632.1635
People seeking shelter can come to our door or call 206-632-1635 between 8:00
and 8:30PM and ask to be put on the list. If more than 45 people are trying to
access shelter, then a random drawing is done at 8:30PM to determine who will
be turned away. The doors open for sign-in at 9pm.
PIERCE COUNTY
Salvation Army Emergency Family Lodge (Tacoma) 253.627.396
1521 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
Single Women Overnight Shelter (MLKHDA) (Tacoma) 253.627.6466
Jarvie Family Emergency Housing Center (Tacoma) 253.682.3401
1501 6th Ave Tacoma, WA, 98405
Hours: Office: M-F, 9am-4pm
Email: martha.sheppard@usw.salvationarmy.org
Offers safe emergency housing for low income families, with or without children,
and single women, who are currently experiencing homelessness for up to 90
days. Must have identification for all household members. Services are
accessible through Access Point for Housing and referred only. Three meals a
day and one snack a day, are provided everyday through this program. Provides
toiletries, laundry service, Housing referrals, Case Management, job skills
training and job search support. Also provides budgeting and money
management courses.
Access Point 4 Housing (Tacoma) 253.682.3401
Hours: Office: M-F, 9am-Noon, 1-4pm
Email: info@associatedministries.org
Offers a central point of entry for households experiencing homelessness or who
will be homeless within 72 hours. Individuals and families receive resources to
secure housing and other needed services.
Tacoma Resources Page (emergency shelter, transitional, mens, and womens)




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FAMILY SHELTERS
KING COUNTY
Solidground/Broadview (Seattle) 206.299.2500
A safe haven for homeless women & children
Broadview offers a broad range of comprehensive support services onsite
including:
24-hour crisis intervention
advocacy-based counseling
goal setting and weekly progress meetings
domestic violence education and support groups
legal advocacy
addiction recovery services
mental health counseling
access and referrals to healthcare resource referrals for education, food, legal
services and housing

Catholic Community Services (Hope House) South King 211
Shelter accessed through 211 Family Housing Connection

PIERCE COUNTY
Helping Hand House (Puyallup) 253.848.6096
Access Services through 211 or (253) 682-3401
Emergency Housing stabilizes families with children under the age of 18 who are
homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, and help them obtain permanent
housing as quickly as possible.
Jarvie Family Emergency Housing Center (Tacoma) 253.848.6096
1501 6th Ave
Tacoma, WA, 98405 Map
Hours: Office: M-F, 9am-4pm
SNOHOMISH COUNTY
Everett Gospel Mission (Everett) 425.740.2501
Whether fleeing domestic violence, losing a job, trapped in substance abuse or
other issues, women and children who are desperate for safe shelter are
welcomed at Everett Gospel Mission with open arms. With our recently opened
new addition, the Mission now has bed space for 100 women and children
whether fleeing domestic violence, losing a job, trapped in substance abuse or
other issues, women and children who are desperate for safe shelter are
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welcomed at Everett Gospel Mission with open arms. With our recently opened
new addition, the Mission now has bed space for 100 women and children
Everett Red Cross (Interfaith Shelter) Everett 425.252.6672
Children and youth receive special assistance through our Childrens Services
Advocate. The shelter welcomes families with children birth through 17 years and
pregnant women. Families may be headed by a single parent (mother, father or
other guardian) or two adults. We work closely with our local housing, emergency
and social services agencies to provide referrals, placement and access to
regional resources.
Shelter statistics: 9-10 rooms, 40 beds, Near downtown Everett, Families may
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PREGNANT/FAMILY HOUSING
SNOHOMISH COUNTY
Snohomish County Family Center 425.257.2111
1918 Everett Ave. Everett, WA 98201-3607
Pregnant/Parenting Woman Supportive Housing (PPW):
This is a scattered site housing program that provides goal oriented intensive
case management to maximize housing retention and self-sufficiency for
pregnant & parenting women who are or have a history of substance
abuse. Upon successful completion in our program, assistance is also provided
in obtaining permanent housing for these families.
Everett Red Cross (Interfaith Shelter) Everett 425.252.6672
Access through 211
Children and youth receive special assistance through our Childrens Services
Advocate. The shelter welcomes families with children birth through 17 years and
pregnant women. Families may be headed by a single parent (mother, father or
other guardian) or two adults. We work closely with our local housing, emergency
and social services agencies to provide referrals, placement and access to
regional resources.
Shelter statistics:
9-10 rooms, 40 beds
Near downtown Everett
Families may stay up to 120 days









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DAY SHELTER
KING COUNTY
Angelines 206.436.8650
Front Desk
206.436.8650
Enhanced Night Program
206.436.8656
Winter Shelter
206.770.0156

Compass Housing Alliance (single men & women) 211
Hygiene Center
Location: 77 S. Washington Street
Hours: 7:00am-2:30pm Last shower at 2:00pm
Peters Place Day Shelter
Location: 901 Rainier Ave entrance in back
Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 8 am-5:30 pm, Thursday 8 am 3:30 pm

Sophias Place Day Center (Seattle) 425.463.6285 ext. 102














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MOTEL VOUCHERS
KING COUNTY
Catholic Community Service (Kent) 253.850.2523
Eviction prevention
Move-in costs
Utilities
Bus tickets
Limited food vouchers
Limited motel vouchers
ROAR Resources (Seattle) 206.634.1977
Open 10:00 am-2:30 pm Monday-Thursday
We are located at 3644 Albion Place North Seattle, WA 98103
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GAS VOUCHERS
ISLAND COUNTY
First United Methodist Church (Oak Harbor) 360.675.2441
1050 S Ireland, Oak Harbor, WA, 98277
9am-3pm, M-Th, 9am-Noon, F

Living Word Fellowship (anyone in Island County) 360.675.5008
490 Crosby Ave
Oak Harbor, WA, 98277
M-Th, 9am-5pm

LEWIS COUNTY
Love INC Anyone in need
360.748.8611
Hours: M-Th, 9am-3pm; F, 9am-noon

KING COUNTY
Bothel Police Dept (Bothel area residents) 425.486.1254
Motel & Gas Vouchers
Emergency Services Program (Federal Way)
Church of the Good Shepherd
345 S. 312
th
, Federal Way, WA
Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:00-11:00 am

Federal Way Referrals

Hopelink (Snoqualmie Valley) 425.333.4163
31957 E Commercial St, Carnation, WA, 98014
M-Th, 8:30am-5pm.

SKAGIT COUNTY
Community Action of Skagit County (Mount Vernon) 360.416.7585
330 Pacific Pl, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273
M-F, 8:30am-5pm; Walk In Service Hours: M, W, F, 12-2pm




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PROTECTION ORDERS
Protection Order Advocates RJC 206.205.7406
Protection Order Advocate Seattle 206.296.9457

1. Domestic Violence Order for Protection (DVOP)
2. Restraining Order
3. No Contact Order
4. Antiharassment Order (AHPO)
5. Sexual Assault Protection Order (SAPO)
6. Vulnerable Adult Protection Order (VAPO)

Domestic Violence Order for Protection:
(Protection against Family or Household Member)
This is the most commonly requested order. It is a civil order from the court
telling the family or household member who threatened or assaulted you not to
harm you again.
A protection order CAN:
1. order the Respondent not to threaten or hurt you.
2. order the Respondent not to enter your residence.
3. give one parent temporary custody of children.
4. set a schedule for visitation with minor children.
5. order the Respondent to leave a shared residence.
6. grant you possession of essential personal effects.
7. grant you use of a vehicle.
8. order the Respondent to attend counseling.
A protection order CANNOT:
1. order child support.
2. order maintenance (alimony).
3. assign most property to either party.
4. establish permanent child custody or use of the shared residence.
Ask the Court Clerk for the forms to request an order for protection. After the
forms are filled out, you will speak to a judge about your case. If there is an
emergency, a temporary order that is good for up to 14 days will be issued. A
hearing will be set within 14 days and the Respondent will be given notice of that
hearing. At the hearing the court will decide if the order should be made effective
for one year or longer.
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Costs to petitioner: No fee for forms, filing, or certified copies. No fee required for service of
documents on the respondent, if performed by law enforcement.
Forms:
Available in the Clerks Office: Room W378 in Seattle, Room 2C in Kent.
Available from the Prosecuting Attorney's Protection Order Advocacy Program: Room
C213 in Seattle, Room 2B in Kent.
Downloadable from www.courts.wa.gov/forms.
Filing:
Case shall be filed in the city or county where the petitioner resides. If the petitioner has
left the residence to avoid abuse, the case may also be filed in the city or county of the
new residence.
Filed as a stand-alone civil case. Can also be filed in a dissolution, legal separation,
parentage or 3
rd
party custody case if the parties are the same.
Hearings:
Initial hearing for emergency ex parte temporary orders held in Ex Parte Department:
W325 in Seattle, 1J in Kent.
Return hearings held in Family Law Department: Room W291 in Seattle, 1G in Kent.
Restraining Order:
(A restraining order is filed as part of a divorce case, a paternity case, or other
family law case.)

This is broader than a domestic violence protection order, since it can deal with
property issues, child support, spousal support, as well as domestic violence and
temporary custody issues. A restraining order is filed as part of a divorce case, a
paternity case, or other family law case. If you are concerned about preventing
the Respondent from disposing of assets during your separation, you might
contact an attorney to see about getting a restraining order.

No-Contact Order:
(Requested by the prosecuting attorney in a criminal case to protect the victim or
witness of the crime.)
For information about obtaining or terminating a criminal no-contact order,
contact the King County Prosecuting Attorney.
King County Prosecuting Attorneys Office
King County Courthouse, Room W554
516 Third Avenue
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Seattle, WA 98104-2362
206.296.9000
This type of order does not require you to fill out a petition, because it is part of a
criminal action. The court will decide whether to issue this order when it decides
if the Respondent is to be released on bail or personal recognizance, or when the
Respondent is arraigned (formally charged) or being sentenced. Generally this
order does not last as long as a protection order, and it does not award custody,
establish visitation, or order counseling. This order is intended to protect you
while the criminal case is going on.

Civil Antiharassment Order:
(Protection from non-family/stranger)

This order typically applies to situations when the persons are not married or
related to each other, for example, in disputes between neighbors, and stalking
(stranger-stranger) situations. This order is helpful when a person is being
harassed but has not been assaulted or threatened with physical harm.
Forms:
Available in the Clerks Office: Room E609 in Seattle, Room 2C in Kent.
Clerks Office locaed in King County Courthouse (KCCH) in Seattle and
Norm Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent
Downloadable from www.courts.wa.gov/forms
Filing:
Case may be filed in the city or judicial district of the county in which the
harassment occurred or where the respondent resides at the time the
petition is filed.
Filed as a stand-alone civil case. Can also be filed in a dissolution, legal
separation, parentage or 3
rd
party custody case if the parties are the
same.

Hearings:
Initial hearing for emergency ex parte temporary orders held in Ex Parte
Department: Room W325 in Seattle, Room 1J in Kent.
Return hearings: The courtroom and judge vary.

Sexual Assault Protection Order:
(Protection from perpetrator of sexual assault)
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A petition can be filed by:
By a person, 16 or older, who is a victim of sexual assault (unless the
victim qualifies for a domestic violence protection order).
An person on behalf of a victim of sexual assault (unless the victim
qualifies for a domestic violence protection order) who is:
A child.
A vulnerable adult as defined in RCW 74.34.020 or 74.34.021.
An adult who cannot petition due to age, disability, health or
inaccessibility.
The court may require the participation of a parent or guardian on behalf of a
minor.
The court will determine if a person has legal standing to file a petition on behalf
of another person.
Forms:
Available in the Clerks Office: Room W378 in Seattle, Room 2C in Kent.
Downloadable from www.courts.wa.gov/forms
Filing:
Case shall be filed in the city or county where the petitioner resides.
Filed as a stand-alone civil case.
Hearings:
Initial hearing for emergency ex parte temporary orders held in Ex Parte
Department: W325 in Seattle, 1J in Kent.
Return hearings: The courtroom and judge vary.
Vulnerable Adult Protection Order:
A petition can be filed by:
A vulnerable adult who is a victim of:
Abandonment
Abuse (sexual, mental, physical)
Financial exploitation
Neglect
The threat of any of these
A legal guardian, legal fiduciary, the Department of Social and Health
Services, or an interested person on behalf of a vulnerable adult.
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Vulnerable adult includes someone who:
Is over 60 years old and without the functional, mental, or physical ability to
care for him or herself.
Someone who is 18 years or older and:
Was found incapacitated
Has a developmental disability
Has been admitted to a DSHS-licensed care facility or receives in-home care
from a provider under DSHS contract
Self directs at-home care from a compensated personal aide
The court will determine if the vulnerable adult is unable, due to incapacity,
undue influence or duress, to protect his or her own interests.
The court will determine if a person has legal standing to file a petition on
behalf of the vulnerable adult.
Costs to petitioner: No fee for forms or filing. Fees for copies. May be required to
pay fees for service of court documents on the respondent and the vulnerable
adult. May be required to post a bond as security.
Forms:
Available in the Clerks Office: Room E609 in Seattle, Room 2C in Kent.
Downloadable from www.courts.wa.gov/forms

Filing:
Case shall be filed in the county where the vulnerable adult resides. If the
vulnerable adult has left or been removed from the residence as a result of, or
in order to avoid abandonment, abuse, exploitation or neglect, the case may
also be filed in the county of vulnerable adults new residence.
Filed as a stand-alone civil case.

Hearings:
Initial hearing for emergency ex parte temporary orders held in Ex Parte
Department: Room W325 in Seattle, Room 1J in Kent.
Return hearings held in Ex Parte Department: Room W325 in Seattle, Room
1J in Kent.
Clerks Office Locations:

King County Courthouse (KCCH)
516 Third Avenue, Room E-609
Seattle, WA 98104

Norm Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC)
401 Fourth Avenue N, Room 2C
Kent, WA 98032

King County District Courts (Press Hyperlink)
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SAFETY PLANNING
Safety Plan
If you are still in the relationship:
Think of a safe place to go if an argument occurs - avoid rooms with no exits
(bathroom), or rooms with weapons (kitchen).
Think about and make a list of safe people to contact.
Keep change with you at all times.
Memorize all important numbers.
Establish a "code word" or "sign" so that family, friends, teachers or co-workers
know when to call for help.
Think about what you will say to your partner if he\she becomes violent.
Remember, you have the right to live without fear and violence.

If you have left the relationship:
Change your phone number.
Screen calls.
Save and document all contacts, messages, injuries or other incidents involving
the batterer.
Change locks, if the batterer has a key.
Avoid staying alone.
Plan how to get away if confronted by an abusive partner.
If you have to meet your partner, do it in a public place.
Vary your routine.
Notify school and work contacts.
Call a shelter for battered women.

If you leave the relationship or are thinking of leaving, you should take important papers
and documents with you to enable you to apply for benefits or take legal action.

Important papers you should take include social security cards and birth certificates for
you and your children, your marriage license, leases or deeds in your name or both
yours and your partner's names, your checkbook, your charge cards, bank statements
and charge account statements, insurance policies, proof of income for you and your
spouse (pay stubs or W-2's), and any documentation of past incidents of abuse (photos,
police reports, medical records, etc.)

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LEGAL
Northwest Justice Project/CLEAR 206.464.1519
Washingtons centralized intake, advice and referral hotline, NJP provides
free legal information, advice, limited assistance, representation, community
education, outreach and other community based advocacy.
NJP focuses its limited
Eastside Legal Assistance Program(ELAP) 425.747.7274

Welfare Advocacy
Solid Ground (Seattle) 206.694.6742
Seattle University Law School Clinic 206.398.4130
DSHS Issues (except child support)
Takes cases Sept Mid Oct. and Mid Jan Mid Feb.


Immigrant Issues
Refugee and Immigrant Advocacy Project Free 206.464.1519
Northwest Justice Project/CLEAR 206.464.1519
Washingtons centralized intake, advice and referral hotline, NJP provides
free legal information, advice, limited assistance, representation, community
education, outreach and other community based advocacy.
NJP focuses its limited
Northwest Immigrants Rights Project 206.587.4009