
Emergency / Immediate Danger
What They Provide: emergency law enforcement response, emergency medical response, active violence response, immediate safety intervention
Website: Not applicable
Phone: 911
Address: Nearest emergency response system
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required
Documents Needed: None; do not delay emergency help for documents
Application Process: Call 911 if there is immediate physical danger, active violence, weapons, serious injury, strangulation, threats of homicide/suicide, child danger, or urgent medical need
Eligibility: Anyone in immediate danger or emergency
Cost: Emergency response is available regardless of ability to pay; medical billing may apply if transported/treated
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Insurance is not required to call 911
Service Area: Spokane County / United States emergency response system
Languages / Accessibility: Emergency dispatch can access interpreter support; TTY/relay options may be available
Important Notes: If calling 911 is unsafe, leave the line open if possible, move to a safer location if possible, or contact a trusted person/hotline when safe.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
What They Provide: 24/7 domestic violence hotline, safety planning, crisis support, emotional support, chat support, text support, resource referrals, support for friends/family concerned about someone else
Website: thehotline.org
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text START to 88788
Address: Phone/text/chat national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text START to 88788, or use online chat through the website; an advocate can help with safety planning, options, and local resources
Eligibility: Anyone experiencing domestic violence, relationship abuse, coercive control, or concern for someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Support available in English and Spanish; interpreter access available for many languages; TTY available
Important Notes: The website includes a quick-exit safety feature, but internet use can still be monitored. Call instead if computer or phone activity may be watched. Call 911 for immediate danger.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
What They Provide: 24/7 human trafficking hotline, crisis support, safety planning, service referrals, reporting tips, support for sex trafficking and labor trafficking concerns
Website: humantraffickinghotline.org
Phone: 1-888-373-7888
TTY: 711
Text: Text 233733
Address: Phone/text/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call/text
Application Process: Call, text 233733, or use online chat to ask for help, report a concern, or get connected to local resources
Eligibility: People experiencing trafficking, people at risk, loved ones, service providers, and community members with trafficking concerns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Available in multiple languages; TTY/relay access available
Important Notes: Include here because trafficking can overlap with domestic violence, sexual exploitation, coercive control, homelessness, and unsafe relationships. Call 911 for immediate physical danger.
Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline / DVHopeline
What They Provide: statewide domestic violence helpline, advocacy support, safety planning, emotional support, referrals to local domestic violence programs, support for any age/gender/community
Website: dvhopeline.org
Phone: 1-877-737-0242
Address: Phone-based statewide resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call
Application Process: Call the hotline to speak with an advocate and ask for safety planning, shelter/resource referrals, local advocacy programs, or support for yourself or someone else
Eligibility: Any person experiencing domestic violence or relationship abuse, or anyone concerned about someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter access may be available; call to ask about language/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Good statewide backup if the local Spokane helpline is busy or if someone needs help outside Spokane County.
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence – Get Help Now
What They Provide: domestic violence program finder, connection to local advocacy programs, shelter/resource direction, safety planning information, legal advocacy referral direction, statewide domestic violence resources
Website: wscadv.org/get-help-now
Phone: Use website to find local programs; for immediate hotline support use DVHopeline 1-877-737-0242 or National DV Hotline 1-800-799-7233
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; hotline/program hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website; local programs may have their own intake process
Documents Needed: None to use website; local programs may request safe contact information and details about immediate safety needs
Application Process: Use WSCADV’s Get Help Now page to connect with domestic violence or sexual assault advocacy services near you; call the appropriate hotline/program for direct support
Eligibility: Washington residents seeking domestic violence or sexual assault advocacy resources
Cost: Free resource directory
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: WSCADV notes hotline advocates may have access to interpreter services in many languages
Important Notes: This is a navigation resource, not a crisis line by itself. Use it to find local advocacy/shelter/legal resources, especially if someone is outside Spokane County.
love is respect / National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
What They Provide: teen dating violence support, young adult relationship abuse support, safety planning, healthy relationship education, text/chat/phone support, support for friends/family
Website: loveisrespect.org
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text LOVEIS to 22522
Address: Phone/text/chat national youth relationship abuse resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text LOVEIS to 22522, or chat online for confidential support and safety planning
Eligibility: Teens, young adults, parents/caregivers, friends, and anyone concerned about dating abuse or unhealthy relationship patterns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone, text, and chat support; TTY available through National DV Hotline access
Important Notes: Best fit for teens and young adults experiencing dating violence, digital abuse, stalking, coercion, threats, or controlling relationship behavior. Call 911 for immediate danger.
National Sexual Assault Hotline / RAINN
What They Provide: 24/7 sexual assault hotline, sexual violence crisis support, online chat, emotional support, sexual assault resource referrals, support for loved ones
Website: rainn.org
Phone: 1-800-656-4673
Address: Phone/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call or use online chat to connect with trained support staff; ask for local sexual assault advocacy, medical exam information, safety planning, or emotional support
Eligibility: Survivors of sexual assault/sexual violence and people supporting a survivor
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Hotline and online support options available; ask for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Include here because domestic violence and sexual assault often overlap. In Spokane, Lutheran Community Services Northwest also operates a 24-hour sexual assault crisis line.
YWCA Spokane 24-Hour Domestic Violence Helpline
What They Provide: 24/7 domestic violence helpline, intimate partner violence support, safety planning, shelter screening, advocacy connection, legal advocacy connection, emotional support, resource referrals
Website: https://ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/24-hour-helpline/
Phone: 509-326-2255
Address: Helpline access by phone; YWCA main location: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required for helpline
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely preparing to leave, helpful items may include photo ID, children’s documents, medications, protection order/court paperwork, financial cards, important phone numbers, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline for immediate support, safety planning, shelter screening, advocacy options, and next steps
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and people concerned about someone experiencing domestic violence
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is the main local 24/7 domestic violence helpline for Spokane County. Call 911 if there is immediate physical danger, active violence, weapons, strangulation, serious injury, or urgent medical need.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest 24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line
What They Provide: 24/7 sexual assault crisis support, sexual violence advocacy, emotional support, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, safety planning, resource referrals, support for loved ones
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: 509-624-7273
Address: Phone-based crisis line; Spokane office: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Crisis line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required for crisis line
Documents Needed: None required to call; if seeking advocacy, helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, and medical paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Call the crisis line for immediate sexual assault support, advocacy connection, safety planning, and next steps
Eligibility: Survivors of sexual assault/sexual violence, loved ones, witnesses, and people needing trauma-informed advocacy
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Strong local hotline for sexual assault and sexual violence support. Services are available whether or not the assault was reported to law enforcement.

YWCA Spokane Safe Shelter
What They Provide: confidential emergency shelter, domestic violence safe shelter, shelter for survivors and children, safety planning, advocacy support, basic needs support, legal advocacy connection, resource referrals, pet support when possible
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/safe-shelter
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Address: Safe shelter location is confidential; YWCA main location: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; shelter access depends on screening and space availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Call the 24-hour helpline first for shelter screening; no outside referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s documents, medications, protection order/court paperwork, financial cards, benefit cards, important phone numbers, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call 509-326-2255 for immediate support and shelter screening; an advocate will help assess safety, shelter availability, and next steps
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children who are fleeing imminent danger; shelter capacity is limited
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane and surrounding area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is the primary local DV emergency shelter pathway for Spokane County. YWCA Spokane describes Safe Shelter as confidential emergency housing for survivors and children fleeing imminent danger from an abusive intimate partner. Call 911 for immediate physical danger, active violence, weapons, strangulation, serious injury, or urgent medical need.
Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center – Safe Shelter
What They Provide: confidential emergency shelter, domestic violence shelter, sexual assault shelter, stalking survivor shelter, human trafficking shelter, shelter for children, safety planning, advocacy, food, clothing, hygiene items, bedding, case management, pet-friendly shelter with approval
Website: safepassageid.org/safe-shelter
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 208-664-9303; toll-free: 877-415-5091
Address: Shelter location is confidential; Safe Passage main office is in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Hours of Operation: Shelter support available 24 hours daily; call helpline for current access and availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first for shelter screening; no outside referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s documents, medications, protection order/court paperwork, financial cards, benefit cards, important phone numbers, pet needs if bringing a pet, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline to discuss safety, shelter availability, eligibility, and next steps
Eligibility: Individuals and families escaping domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking; shelter prioritizes survivors in imminent danger
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: North Idaho, including Coeur d’Alene/Kootenai County; may be useful for Spokane County survivors when safety requires leaving Spokane or when local shelter is full
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Include as a nearby regional safety option because Coeur d’Alene is close to Spokane and out-of-area shelter can sometimes be safer. Safe Passage states its confidential shelter provides up to 30 days of safe shelter, advocacy, safety planning, food, clothing, hygiene necessities, bedding, and support for survivors and children.
Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline / DVHopeline
What They Provide: emergency shelter referral, domestic violence hotline, safety planning, statewide DV program connection, emotional support, advocacy referrals, local shelter navigation
Website: dvhopeline.org
Phone: 1-877-737-0242
Address: Phone-based statewide resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call
Application Process: Call the hotline and ask for emergency safe shelter options, local DV advocacy programs, safety planning, or out-of-area shelter referrals
Eligibility: Any person experiencing domestic violence or relationship abuse, or anyone concerned about someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Use this when local shelter is full, the survivor needs to leave Spokane County for safety, or the person is not sure which DV program to call.
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Program Finder
What They Provide: domestic violence program finder, emergency shelter referral direction, advocacy program search, safety planning information, legal advocacy referral direction, statewide DV resource navigation
Website: wscadv.org/get-help-now
Phone: Use website to find local programs; for hotline support use DVHopeline at 1-877-737-0242
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; shelter/program hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website; local programs may require helpline screening/intake
Documents Needed: None to use website; local shelter programs may request safety information and basic household details
Application Process: Use the program finder to identify DV shelters/advocacy programs by county or region; call the listed program or hotline for shelter screening and safety planning
Eligibility: Washington residents seeking domestic violence advocacy, shelter, or safety resources
Cost: Free resource directory
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County and surrounding counties
Languages / Accessibility: Local program access varies; hotline advocates may have interpreter access
Important Notes: This is not shelter by itself. It is a safe way to locate domestic violence programs when a survivor needs options outside Spokane or when local shelter availability is limited.

National Domestic Violence Hotline Safety Planning Tool
What They Provide: personalized safety planning tool, relationship abuse safety planning, digital safety planning, leaving safety planning, safety after leaving, emotional safety planning, support for friends/family
Website: thehotline.org/plan-for-safety/create-your-personal-safety-plan
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text START to 88788
Address: Phone/text/chat/online national resource
Hours of Operation: Hotline available 24 hours daily; online tool available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required
Application Process: Use the online safety planning tool, call the hotline, text START to 88788, or use online chat for safety planning support
Eligibility: Anyone experiencing relationship abuse, domestic violence, coercive control, stalking, threats, or concern for someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: English and Spanish support; interpreter access available for many languages; TTY available
Important Notes: Good option when someone needs safety planning outside local office hours or does not feel ready to call a local agency. Internet and phone use can be monitored, so use a safer device if needed.
National Human Trafficking Hotline Safety Planning
What They Provide: trafficking safety planning, crisis support, safety referrals, shelter/resource referrals, support for sex trafficking and labor trafficking concerns, reporting tips
Website: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/safety-planning-information
Phone: 1-888-373-7888
TTY: 711
Text: Text 233733
Address: Phone/text/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call/text
Application Process: Call, text 233733, or use online chat to ask for help, safety planning, local resources, or to report a concern
Eligibility: People experiencing trafficking, people at risk, loved ones, service providers, and community members with trafficking concerns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Available in multiple languages; TTY/relay access available
Important Notes: Use when safety planning involves trafficking, exploitation, coercive control, threats, unsafe housing/work situations, or a person being controlled by someone else. Call 911 for immediate physical danger.
love is respect / Teen Dating Violence Safety Planning
What They Provide: teen dating violence safety planning, digital abuse safety planning, unhealthy relationship support, text/chat/phone advocacy, safety planning for friends and parents/caregivers
Website: loveisrespect.org
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text LOVEIS to 22522
Address: Phone/text/chat national youth relationship abuse resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text LOVEIS to 22522, or chat online for safety planning and confidential relationship abuse support
Eligibility: Teens, young adults, parents/caregivers, friends, and anyone concerned about dating abuse or unhealthy relationship patterns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone, text, and chat support; TTY available
Important Notes: Best safety planning resource for teens and young adults experiencing dating violence, digital monitoring, coercion, threats, stalking, or controlling relationship behavior. Call 911 for immediate danger.
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Safety Planning Resources
What They Provide: safety planning education, survivor-centered safety planning tools, domestic violence advocacy resources, disability-informed safety planning resources, planning support for advocates and survivors
Website: wscadv.org/resources/safety-planning
Phone: For immediate hotline support use DVHopeline: 1-877-737-0242
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; DVHopeline available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online resources
Documents Needed: None to use website
Application Process: Review safety planning resources online; call DVHopeline or a local DV advocate if personalized safety planning is needed
Eligibility: Washington survivors, advocates, family members, and community members seeking domestic violence safety planning information
Cost: Free resource
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Online resource; call hotline/local program for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best as an educational/back-up safety planning resource, not a replacement for direct advocacy when safety risk is high. WSCADV emphasizes survivor-centered safety planning that adapts to the survivor’s real circumstances.
YWCA Spokane Safety Planning / Domestic Violence Advocacy
What They Provide: personalized safety planning, domestic violence advocacy, intimate partner violence support, shelter screening connection, legal advocacy connection, emotional support, resource referrals, support for survivors with children or pets
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/meet-with-a-support-advocate/safety-planning
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Address: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; walk-in/advocacy hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call helpline first if safety is urgent
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, helpful items may include photo ID, children’s documents, medications, protection order/court paperwork, lease/housing documents, financial cards, benefit cards, important phone numbers, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline or connect with YWCA advocacy services; an advocate can help create a personalized safety plan based on the survivor’s situation
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and people concerned about someone experiencing domestic violence
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Safety planning should be personalized and survivor-led. YWCA Spokane is the main local DV safety planning resource for Spokane County. Call 911 for immediate physical danger, active violence, weapons, strangulation, serious injury, or urgent medical need.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Victim Advocacy & Education
What They Provide: safety planning, sexual assault survivor advocacy, crime victim advocacy, trauma-informed support, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, resource referrals, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224; Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support or immediate sexual assault crisis support
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, and photo ID if available
Application Process: Call the Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate support; call the Spokane office for victim advocacy, safety planning, and resource connection
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit when safety planning involves sexual assault, stalking, violent crime, trauma, or crime victim advocacy needs. Services are free and confidential.

YWCA Spokane Legal Advocacy
What They Provide: domestic violence protection order support, legal advocacy, safety planning, court process support, paperwork support, family law support connection, advocacy for survivors of intimate partner violence
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/legal-support
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Address: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; legal advocacy hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; advocacy/legal support may require intake or appointment
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, protection order/court paperwork if already started, police report/case number if available, evidence/documentation if safely available, children’s documents if relevant, safe contact information, custody/parenting plan documents if relevant
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline or contact YWCA Spokane to ask about legal advocacy, domestic violence protection order support, court support, and safety planning
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and people seeking legal advocacy related to domestic violence safety
Cost: Free advocacy services; legal representation availability may depend on program capacity and eligibility
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is the strongest local first stop for DV-related protection order support. YWCA legal advocates can help survivors understand options, prepare for the court process, and safety plan around filing.
Spokane County Civil Protection Orders
What They Provide: civil protection order filing, domestic violence protection orders, anti-harassment protection orders, sexual assault protection orders, stalking protection orders, vulnerable adult protection orders, protection order forms, court filing process
Website: spokanecounty.gov/4038/Civil-Protection-Orders
Phone: Spokane County Superior Court Clerk: 509-477-2211; Spokane County District Court: 509-477-4770
Address: Spokane County Courthouse, 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Court business hours; call or check website before going
Appointment / Referral Required: No outside referral required to file; court filing process required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, respondent’s identifying information if known, addresses/contact information if safe and available, dates/details of incidents, police report/case number if available, evidence/documentation if safely available, children’s information if requesting protection for children, existing court orders if applicable
Application Process: Review Spokane County Civil Protection Orders information, complete the required petition packet, and file through the appropriate court. Spokane County states there is now one petition for most civil protection order types, except extreme risk protection orders use a separate process.
Eligibility: People seeking protection from domestic violence, harassment, stalking, sexual assault, threats, or vulnerable adult abuse/neglect depending on protection order type
Cost: Filing costs may vary by order type and situation; ask the court clerk about fees, fee waivers, or no-cost filing rules for specific protection orders
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact the court to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Call 911 for immediate danger. A court protection order is a legal tool, but it does not physically stop someone in the moment. Survivors should safety plan before, during, and after filing when possible.
Spokane County Civil Protection Order Forms
What They Provide: protection order petition packet, court forms, filing instructions, witness declaration forms, renewal forms, modification/termination forms, proof of service forms
Website: spokanecounty.gov/3096/Civil-Protection-Order-Forms
Phone: Spokane County Superior Court Clerk: 509-477-2211
Address: Online forms; Spokane County Courthouse, 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; court business hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to access forms; filing must follow court process
Documents Needed: Incident details, respondent information, protected person information, children’s information if relevant, evidence/documentation if safely available, police report/case number if applicable, witness statements if available
Application Process: Download or complete the correct protection order packet and instructions; file with the appropriate court according to Spokane County instructions
Eligibility: People preparing to file, renew, modify, terminate, or respond to a civil protection order in Spokane County
Cost: Free to access forms; filing costs may vary depending on order type and court rules
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact the court for interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good direct link for forms, but survivors may benefit from advocacy support before filing. YWCA Spokane or LCSNW may be able to help with safety planning and protection order preparation depending on the type of abuse or crime.
Washington LawHelp Protection Order Self-Help
What They Provide: protection order legal information, self-help forms, filing instructions, domestic violence protection order information, stalking protection order information, sexual assault protection order information, anti-harassment protection order information, vulnerable adult protection order information
Website: https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/en/topics/safety
Phone: Online resource; use CLEAR/Northwest Justice Project resources if legal help is needed
Address: Online statewide legal self-help resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online guides/forms
Documents Needed: None to use website; forms may require incident details, respondent information, protected person information, children’s information if relevant, and supporting documentation if safely available
Application Process: Go to Washington LawHelp, search “protection orders,” review the guide, and use the online forms or instructions to prepare paperwork
Eligibility: Washington residents seeking civil protection order information or self-help filing guidance
Cost: Free online legal information and forms
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Some resources available in multiple languages; website accessibility varies
Important Notes: Washington LawHelp is a strong plain-language legal resource, especially when someone wants to understand order types before filing. It is not a substitute for legal advice from an attorney or advocate.
Washington Courts Protection Order Forms
What They Provide: official statewide protection order forms, petition forms, instructions, protection order brochure, renewal forms, modification/termination forms, law enforcement/service forms
Website: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/?fa=forms.contribute&formID=142
Phone: Online resource; contact Spokane County court clerk for local filing questions
Address: Online statewide court forms resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to access forms; court filing process required
Documents Needed: Depends on form; incident details, respondent information, protected person information, children’s information if relevant, supporting documentation if safely available
Application Process: Use Washington Courts’ protection order form page to access official statewide forms; file completed forms with the appropriate court
Eligibility: Washington residents filing or responding to protection order matters
Cost: Free to access forms; filing costs may vary depending on order type and court rules
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Court forms may include instructions; contact court for interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Use this as the official statewide form source. Spokane County’s page may be easier for local filing instructions, while Washington Courts provides official current forms.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Victim Advocacy & Education
What They Provide: protection order assistance, crime victim advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, safety planning, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, court support, law enforcement/prosecutor coordination, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224; 24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, evidence/documentation if safely available
Application Process: Call LCSNW for victim advocacy or protection order support; call the Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate sexual assault-related support
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events, including sexual assault and other crime victimization; services available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Spanish listed in community resource data; call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit when legal advocacy involves sexual assault, stalking, violent crime, trafficking, or crime victim support. LCSNW states it assists with protection orders and supports people through civil and criminal legal systems.
Spokane Police Department Domestic Violence Support / Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Team
What They Provide: domestic violence case support, information about protection orders, connection to victim advocates, law enforcement process information, safety resource direction
Website: my.spokanecity.org/police/get-help/domestic-violence-support
Phone: Spokane Police non-emergency: 509-456-2233; emergency: 911
Address: Spokane Police Department, Spokane, WA
Hours of Operation: Emergency response available 24 hours daily; program/staff hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required for emergency response; victim advocate/team support may depend on case status and staff availability
Documents Needed: Police report/case number if available, protection order paperwork if available, respondent information, safe contact information, court documents if applicable
Application Process: Use SPD’s domestic violence support information, contact SPD non-emergency for case-related questions, or ask the responding officer/detective about advocate connection and protection order information
Eligibility: People experiencing domestic violence in the City of Spokane or connected to an SPD domestic violence case
Cost: Free law enforcement/victim support information
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Call 911 for immediate danger. For confidential advocacy and shelter/safety planning, contact YWCA Spokane. Law enforcement support is not confidential advocacy.
Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR Legal Help
What They Provide: civil legal help, legal advice/referral, protection order legal information, family law legal help, domestic violence-related civil legal support, public benefits/housing/consumer legal help
Website: https://nwjustice.org/get-legal-help; washingtonlawhelp.org
Phone: CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014; CLEARSr for age 60+: 1-888-387-7111
Address: Phone/online legal help access
Hours of Operation: CLEAR hours may vary; call or check website
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required; eligibility screening required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, income/benefit information if requested, court paperwork, protection order paperwork, case numbers, hearing notices, safe contact information, relevant evidence/documents
Application Process: Call CLEAR or use Northwest Justice Project/Washington LawHelp resources to seek civil legal information, advice, or referral
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents seeking civil legal help; seniors age 60+ may use CLEARSr regardless of income in some situations
Cost: Free legal help for eligible people
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services may be available by phone
Important Notes: Use when someone needs legal advice beyond advocacy, especially if there are related family law, housing, public benefits, or court process issues. For immediate safety planning, call YWCA Spokane or DVHopeline.

Lutheran Community Services Northwest Sexual Assault & Victim Advocacy
What They Provide: sexual assault advocacy, sexual violence crisis support, 24-hour crisis line, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, hospital accompaniment, support during forensic exams/evidence collection, safety planning, emotional support, resource referrals, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call crisis line for immediate support or call office for advocacy services
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, and photo ID if available
Application Process: Call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate support, hospital accompaniment, safety planning, and advocacy connection; call the Spokane office for ongoing victim advocacy and resource support
Eligibility: Survivors of sexual assault, sexual violence, traumatic events, loved ones, and witnesses; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is the main local sexual assault advocacy resource for Spokane County. Advocates can support survivors with medical, legal, emotional, and safety-related needs. Call 911 for immediate physical danger, active violence, serious injury, or urgent medical need.
RAINN / National Sexual Assault Hotline
What They Provide: 24/7 sexual assault hotline, sexual violence crisis support, online chat, emotional support, local sexual assault resource referrals, support for loved ones
Website: rainn.org
Phone: 1-800-656-4673
Address: Phone/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call the hotline or use online chat to connect with trained support staff; ask for crisis support, local advocacy referrals, medical exam information, safety planning, or emotional support
Eligibility: Survivors of sexual assault/sexual violence and people supporting a survivor
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Hotline and online support options available; ask for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good backup when someone wants anonymous national support, online chat, or help outside local office hours. For local Spokane advocacy or hospital accompaniment, call LCSNW’s 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line.
Spokane Police Department Crime Victim Advocate
What They Provide: crime victim support, violent crime survivor support, sexual assault case support when connected to SPD case, trauma-informed advocacy, case update support, referral to community advocates, referral to community resources
Website: my.spokanecity.org/police/get-help/crime-victim-support
Phone: Spokane Police non-emergency: 509-456-2233; emergency: 911
Address: Spokane Police Department, Spokane, WA
Hours of Operation: Emergency response available 24 hours daily; victim advocate/program hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually connected through SPD case/investigative process; call for guidance
Documents Needed: Police report/case number if available, detective/officer information if available, photo ID if available, court/protection order paperwork if applicable, safe contact information
Application Process: Contact SPD non-emergency or ask the assigned detective/officer about victim advocate support; use community-based advocacy through LCSNW for confidential sexual assault advocacy
Eligibility: Victims and survivors of violent crimes connected to Spokane Police Department cases
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call SPD to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Law enforcement victim advocacy is not the same as confidential community advocacy. Survivors can contact LCSNW whether or not they report to police.
Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney Victim/Witness Unit
What They Provide: victim/witness advocacy, court process support, case information, criminal justice system support, hearing/trial support, referral to community resources
Website: spokanecounty.gov/3178/Advocates
Phone: Victim/Witness Unit Supervisor: 509-477-2489
Address: Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: County business hours; call to confirm
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually connected to criminal case/prosecution process
Documents Needed: case number if available, court notices, subpoena paperwork if applicable, protection order paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, photo ID if requested
Application Process: Call the Victim/Witness Unit or contact the advocate assigned to the case; ask about court process, case updates, victim rights, and community referrals
Eligibility: Victims and witnesses connected to Spokane County criminal cases
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact office to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit after a case is involved with prosecution. For confidential sexual assault advocacy, hospital accompaniment, or support whether or not someone reports, contact LCSNW.
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence – DV & Sexual Assault Program Finder
What They Provide: sexual assault program finder, domestic violence program finder, local advocacy program search, crisis line information, shelter/resource direction, legal advocacy referral direction
Website: wscadv.org/washington-domestic-violence-programs
Phone: Use website to find local programs; for immediate sexual assault support in Spokane call LCSNW at 509-624-7273
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; program/hotline hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website; local programs may have their own intake process
Documents Needed: None to use website
Application Process: Search by county or region; call the listed advocacy program or hotline for direct support
Eligibility: Washington residents seeking sexual assault or domestic violence advocacy resources
Cost: Free resource directory
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County and surrounding counties
Languages / Accessibility: Program-specific; call local program or hotline for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Use this if someone needs sexual assault advocacy outside Spokane County, an out-of-area option for safety, or confirmation of the local sexual assault program.

Lutheran Community Services Northwest Victim Advocacy & Education
What They Provide: crime victim advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, family trauma support, safety planning, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, court support, law enforcement/prosecutor coordination, resource referrals, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support or immediate sexual assault crisis support
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, evidence/documentation if safely available
Application Process: Call the Spokane office for victim advocacy, legal/medical advocacy, safety planning, and resource connection; call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate sexual assault-related support
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement or is being prosecuted
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Strong confidential community-based advocacy option for survivors of crime, sexual assault, violence, family trauma, and other traumatic events. LCSNW states services are free and confidential and available regardless of whether the incident was reported to law enforcement.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Crime Victim Service Center
What They Provide: individualized crime victim advocacy, crime victim support groups, crime prevention education, resource referrals, support for victims of crime, victim-offender meeting facilitation if desired by victim
Website: lcsnw.org/program/crime-victim-service-center
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; call for current service access
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; intake or appointment may be required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, police report/case number if available, court paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, victim compensation paperwork if applicable, documentation related to the crime if safely available
Application Process: Contact LCSNW and ask about the Crime Victim Service Center, advocacy options, support groups, education, and resource connection
Eligibility: Anyone who identifies as a victim of crime; loved ones and witnesses may also qualify for support depending on service
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane-area services through LCSNW; broader program availability may vary by office
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This can be grouped with the main LCSNW Victim Advocacy entry if the page starts feeling crowded. Keep as separate only if you want to highlight broader crime victim support beyond sexual assault and family trauma.
Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney Victim/Witness Unit
What They Provide: victim/witness advocacy, court process support, criminal justice system information, case information, hearing/trial support, victim rights information, referrals to community resources
Website: spokanecounty.gov/349/Victim-Witness-Services
Phone: Victim/Witness Unit Supervisor: 509-477-2489
Address: Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: County business hours; call to confirm
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually connected to criminal case/prosecution process
Documents Needed: case number if available, court notices, subpoena paperwork if applicable, protection order paperwork if applicable, police report/case number if available, safe contact information, photo ID if requested
Application Process: Call the Victim/Witness Unit or contact the advocate assigned to the case; ask about court process, case updates, victim rights, hearing/trial support, and community referrals
Eligibility: Victims and witnesses connected to Spokane County criminal cases
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact office to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit after a case is involved with the Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. This is not the same as confidential community advocacy; for confidential crime victim advocacy, use LCSNW.
City of Spokane Prosecutor Victims & Witnesses
What They Provide: city prosecutor victim/witness information, domestic violence victim advocate connection, court process support, case-related support, resource referral direction
Website: my.spokanecity.org/courts/prosecutor/victims-and-witnesses
Phone: Domestic Violence Victim Advocates: 509-477-3656
Address: City of Spokane court/prosecutor services; check website for current office location and case process
Hours of Operation: City business hours; call to confirm
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually connected to City of Spokane prosecution/court process
Documents Needed: case number if available, court notices, police report/case number if available, protection order paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, photo ID if requested
Application Process: Contact the listed victim advocates or follow the City Prosecutor victim/witness guidance if connected to a City of Spokane case
Eligibility: Victims and witnesses connected to City of Spokane cases; domestic violence victim advocate support listed for DV victims
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Contact office to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit for City of Spokane cases. For confidential domestic violence advocacy and shelter/safety planning, use YWCA Spokane. For confidential sexual assault or broader crime victim advocacy, use LCSNW.
Spokane Police Department Crime Victim Advocate
What They Provide: violent crime victim support, case update support, trauma-informed advocacy, referral to community advocates, referral to community resources, help navigating police/case process
Website: my.spokanecity.org/police/get-help/crime-victim-support
Phone: Spokane Police non-emergency: 509-456-2233
Address: Spokane Police Department, Spokane, WA
Hours of Operation: Program hours may vary; call SPD or use the website for current access
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually connected through SPD case/investigative process; call for guidance
Documents Needed: police report/case number if available, detective/officer information if available, photo ID if available, court/protection order paperwork if applicable, safe contact information
Application Process: Contact SPD or ask the assigned detective/officer about victim advocate support; use the website for victim support information and referrals
Eligibility: Victims and survivors of violent crimes connected to Spokane Police Department cases
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call SPD to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Law enforcement victim advocacy is not the same as confidential community advocacy. Survivors can contact LCSNW or YWCA for confidential advocacy depending on the situation.
Washington Crime Victims Compensation Program
What They Provide: crime victim benefits, medical expense help, counseling expense help, wage loss support, funeral/burial expense support, medication support, crime-related injury cost assistance
Website: lni.wa.gov/claims/crime-victim-claims/apply-for-crime-victim-benefits
Phone: 1-800-762-3716; 360-902-5355
Email: CrimeVictimsProgramM@Lni.wa.gov
Fax: 360-902-5333
Address: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Crime Victims Program; application can be submitted by email/fax/mail depending on instructions
Hours of Operation: State business hours; website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required; no advocate referral required, but advocates/providers can help with forms
Documents Needed: completed Crime Victims Compensation application, police report/case information if available, medical records/bills, counseling bills, wage loss documentation if applicable, funeral/burial documentation if applicable, provider information, safe contact information
Application Process: Complete the Crime Victims Compensation application; submit as directed by L&I; respond to requests for documentation; advocates, providers, or prosecutor victim/witness staff may help with forms
Eligibility: Victims of violent crime who suffered physical or psychological injury and meet Washington program rules; some family members and homicide survivors may also qualify depending on circumstances
Cost: Free to apply
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Program may coordinate with insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or other payment sources depending on claim type
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact L&I to request language/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is financial assistance, not direct advocacy. L&I states the application is also available from victim witness advocates at local county prosecutor offices and healthcare providers.
Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR Legal Help
What They Provide: civil legal help, legal advice/referral, crime victim-related civil legal support, protection order legal information, family law legal help, housing/public benefits/consumer legal help connected to victimization
Website: https://nwjustice.org/get-legal-help; washingtonlawhelp.org
Phone: CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014; CLEARSr for age 60+: 1-888-387-7111
Address: Phone/online legal help access
Hours of Operation: CLEAR hours may vary; call or check website
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake and eligibility screening required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, income/benefit information if requested, court paperwork, protection order paperwork, case numbers, hearing notices, safe contact information, relevant evidence/documents
Application Process: Call CLEAR or use Northwest Justice Project/Washington LawHelp resources to seek civil legal information, advice, or referral
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents seeking civil legal help; seniors age 60+ may use CLEARSr regardless of income in some situations
Cost: Free legal help for eligible people
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services may be available by phone
Important Notes: Use when a crime victim needs civil legal help beyond advocacy, such as protection orders, housing issues, family law, benefits, debt/identity theft, or other legal fallout from victimization.

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children / CyberTipline
What They Provide: missing child reports, child sexual exploitation reports, online exploitation reports, child sex trafficking reports, CyberTipline reporting, support for families of missing or exploited children
Website: missingkids.org/gethelpnow/cybertipline
Phone: 1-800-THE-LOST; 1-800-843-5678
Address: Phone/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: Helpful information may include child’s name, age, description, photos, last known location, suspected online platform/usernames, screenshots if safely available, URLs, contact information, and law enforcement report information if available
Application Process: Call NCMEC or submit a CyberTipline report online if a child is missing, has been seen online in exploitative content, is being sexually exploited, or there is concern about online enticement/trafficking
Eligibility: Families, caregivers, community members, service providers, and anyone with information about a missing or sexually exploited child
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Use for missing children, child sexual exploitation, online enticement, child sexual abuse material, or child trafficking concerns. This does not replace local law enforcement or child abuse reporting, but it is a key national reporting pathway.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
What They Provide: child abuse hotline support, child abuse reporting guidance, crisis counseling, safety planning support, resource referrals, support for children, parents, caregivers, mandated reporters, and concerned adults
Website: childhelphotline.org
Phone/Text: 1-800-422-4453
Address: Phone/text/online national support resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required; helpful information may include child safety concerns, location, caregiver information, suspected abuse/neglect details, and whether a report has already been made
Application Process: Call or text the hotline for support, reporting guidance, and help identifying next steps or local resources
Eligibility: Children, teens, parents, caregivers, professionals, mandated reporters, and concerned community members
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: United States and Canada, including Spokane County callers
Languages / Accessibility: Hotline counselors are available 24/7; language support may be available
Important Notes: This is a support and guidance hotline, not Washington’s official CPS reporting line. For Washington child abuse/neglect reports, use DCYF ENDHARM.
National Runaway Safeline
What They Provide: runaway youth support, youth crisis support, family conflict support, safety planning, resource referrals, message relay with family when appropriate, support for parents/caregivers worried about a youth
Website: 1800runaway.org
Phone: 1-800-RUNAWAY; 1-800-786-2929
Address: Phone/chat/email national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required
Application Process: Youth, parents, caregivers, or providers can call, chat, or email for confidential support, planning, and local resource referrals
Eligibility: Youth at risk of running away, youth who have run away, youth experiencing homelessness or unsafe family conflict, and concerned parents/caregivers
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone, live chat, and email support available; call to ask about language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Useful when a youth is unsafe at home, has run away, may run away, or a caregiver needs help de-escalating family conflict and finding safe options.
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Program Finder
What They Provide: domestic violence program finder, sexual assault program finder, local advocacy program search, shelter/resource direction, safety planning information, legal advocacy referral direction
Website: wscadv.org/washington-domestic-violence-programs
Phone: Use website to find local programs; for immediate Washington DV support use DVHopeline: 1-877-737-0242
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; program/hotline hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website; local programs may have their own intake process
Documents Needed: None to use website
Application Process: Search by county or region; call the listed advocacy program or hotline for child/family safety planning, shelter options, DV advocacy, or sexual assault advocacy
Eligibility: Washington residents seeking domestic violence or sexual assault advocacy resources
Cost: Free resource directory
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County and surrounding counties
Languages / Accessibility: Program-specific; call local program or hotline for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good backup when a family needs out-of-area domestic violence or sexual assault advocacy for safety reasons, or when local programs are full or unavailable.
DCYF Region 1 Child Welfare Intake
What They Provide: regional child abuse reporting, child neglect reporting, CPS intake, local child welfare report routing, child safety concerns
Website: https://dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/CWP_0036A.pdf
Phone: 1-800-557-9671
Address: Regional intake phone line; Spokane-area DCYF offices vary
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current regional intake hours; statewide ENDHARM line is available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to report; helpful information may include child’s name, age, location, caregiver information, current safety concerns, suspected abuse/neglect details, alleged perpetrator information, and any immediate danger concerns
Application Process: Call the regional intake number to report suspected child abuse or neglect for Spokane-area cases; use ENDHARM if unsure which number to call or after hours
Eligibility: Anyone can report suspected child abuse or neglect
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, and regional Eastern Washington counties listed for Region 1 intake
Languages / Accessibility: Relay services and interpreter support may be available through DCYF
Important Notes: This is a reporting/intake pathway, not a counseling or advocacy program. If unsure, the statewide ENDHARM line can route the report.
Partners with Families & Children Children’s Advocacy Center
What They Provide: child abuse advocacy, child forensic interviews, medical exam coordination, caregiver support, family advocacy, mental health connection, coordinated response for physical abuse and sexual abuse concerns
Website: partnerswithfamilies.org/children-s-advocacy-center
Phone: 509-473-4810
Fax: 509-473-4840
Email: partners@partnerswithfamilies.org
Address: 106 W Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Children’s Advocacy Center: Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–5:30 PM; Behavioral Health: Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–6 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Referral/process through investigative, medical, advocacy, or child protection partners may apply; call first
Documents Needed: parent/guardian photo ID if available, child’s information, custody/guardian paperwork if applicable, police/CPS report information if available, court/protection order paperwork if applicable, medical paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Call Partners with Families & Children to ask about Children’s Advocacy Center services, referral pathways, caregiver support, and next steps after suspected child abuse or neglect
Eligibility: Children and families impacted by suspected abuse, neglect, or family violence; program fit depends on case circumstances and referral pathway
Cost: Call to confirm; advocacy-related services may be grant/community funded depending on service
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Call to verify whether any medical or behavioral health service requires insurance or Medicaid/Medicare
Service Area: Spokane County and nearby regional partners
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is a key local child safety resource. Partners’ Children’s Advocacy Center supports child victims and families through coordinated child abuse response, including forensic interview and advocacy-related services.
Partners with Families & Children Parenting Support
What They Provide: parenting support, child safety education, family strengthening, parent coaching, child development support, family stress support, abuse/neglect prevention support
Website: partnerswithfamilies.org/parenting-support
Phone: 509-473-4810
Email: partners@partnerswithfamilies.org
Address: 106 W Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM according to community resource data; call to confirm current program hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; intake or appointment may be required
Documents Needed: parent/guardian photo ID if available, child information, custody/guardian documents if applicable, referral paperwork if applicable, insurance/Medicaid card if connected to behavioral health services
Application Process: Call Partners with Families & Children and ask about parenting support, child/family safety support, and current program access
Eligibility: Parents with children; program-specific eligibility may apply
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Call to verify whether any connected service requires insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Include as prevention and stabilization support, not emergency child protection reporting. Best for families who need support before stress, conflict, or instability escalates into safety concerns.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Victim Advocacy & Education
What They Provide: child and family trauma advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, crime victim advocacy, family safety planning, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, court support, law enforcement/prosecutor coordination, resource referrals
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support or immediate sexual assault crisis support
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, and guardian/custody documents if relevant
Application Process: Call the Spokane office for victim advocacy, child/family trauma support, legal/medical advocacy, and resource connection; call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate sexual assault-related support
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Strong fit when child/family safety involves sexual assault, violent crime, family trauma, stalking, or legal/medical advocacy needs.
YWCA Spokane Domestic Violence Support Advocacy
What They Provide: domestic violence advocacy, child/family safety planning, shelter screening, safety planning for survivors with children, legal advocacy connection, emotional support, resource referrals, supportive listening
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Address: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; walk-in/advocacy hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; advocacy services may be walk-in or appointment-based depending on availability
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, helpful items may include photo ID, children’s documents, medications, court/protection order paperwork, financial cards, benefit cards, school documents, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline for safety planning, shelter screening, and advocacy connection; survivors may also contact or visit the main YWCA location when safe
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Best fit when child/family safety concerns are connected to domestic violence, coercive control, stalking, threats, or a survivor planning to leave with children.

National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center
What They Provide: Native domestic violence resources, tribal domestic violence education, safety resources, policy resources, culturally grounded advocacy information, referrals/resource direction
Website: niwrc.org
Phone: 855-649-7299
Address: National Native-led resource center; online/phone resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; office/contact hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to use resources; direct services may vary
Documents Needed: None to use online resources
Application Process: Use the website for Native-centered domestic violence, safety, advocacy, and policy resources; call or contact NIWRC for resource direction when appropriate
Eligibility: Tribal communities, Native survivors, advocates, service providers, families, and community members seeking Native-centered domestic violence resources
Cost: Free online resources; program-specific costs not applicable
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: National resource, useful for Spokane County Native survivors and advocates
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; contact organization for accessibility needs
Important Notes: This is not a Spokane direct-service shelter or crisis program. It is a strong Native-led resource hub for domestic violence, tribal advocacy, and culturally grounded support information.
Tribal Resource Tool
What They Provide: Native victim service locator, tribal victim advocacy resource search, domestic violence resource search, sexual assault resource search, human trafficking resource search, child abuse resource search, elder abuse resource search
Website: tribalresourcetool.org
Phone: Online resource
Address: Online national tribal victim service locator
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to use search tool; listed programs may have their own intake process
Documents Needed: None to search
Application Process: Search by location and victimization type to find tribal and Native-centered victim service resources; call listed programs directly to confirm services, eligibility, and availability
Eligibility: Native survivors, families, advocates, and service providers looking for tribal victim services
Cost: Free search tool
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County and surrounding tribal communities
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; listed programs vary
Important Notes: Use as a backup when a survivor needs tribal-specific services outside Spokane, out-of-area safety options, or resources connected to a specific Tribe or region.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
What They Provide: Native-centered domestic violence helpline, dating violence support, sexual violence support, safety planning, peer advocacy, resource referrals, support for relatives/friends concerned about someone
Website: strongheartshelpline.org
Phone: 1-844-762-8483
Text / Chat: Available through StrongHearts website options
Address: Phone/text/chat national Native helpline
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text, or chat with StrongHearts for confidential Native-centered support, safety planning, and resource referrals
Eligibility: Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, or relationship abuse; loved ones and service providers may also call
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone, text, and chat options; call/chat to ask about accessibility support
Important Notes: Strong national option when someone wants culturally grounded support, anonymous support, or help outside local office hours. Use alongside local Spokane-area advocacy when direct shelter, court, or medical accompaniment is needed.
Native & Strong Lifeline
What They Provide: Native-centered crisis support, mental health crisis support, emotional distress support, substance use crisis support, suicide crisis support, culturally responsive support from Native crisis counselors
Website: https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/82-0458-988NativeAndStrongLifeline.pdf
Phone: 988, then press 4
Address: Phone-based crisis support
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call 988 and press 4 to connect with Native & Strong Lifeline support
Eligibility: American Indian and Alaska Native people in Washington State experiencing crisis, emotional distress, mental health concerns, substance use concerns, or suicidal thoughts; loved ones may also call for support
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone-based crisis support; call to ask about accessibility options
Important Notes: This is crisis emotional support, not DV legal advocacy or shelter. It is important to list here because tribal victimization, domestic violence, grief, MMIW/MMIR trauma, and crisis needs can overlap.
Spokane Tribe Family Violence / Domestic Violence Program
What They Provide: confidential survivor-centered advocacy, domestic violence support, family violence support, safety planning, protection order support, legal advocacy connection, emotional support, culturally responsive prevention and intervention services, referrals
Website: spokanetribe.com/government/health-and-human-services/family-violence-domestic-violence-program
Phone: 509-608-3424
Additional Contacts Listed: Gerald: 509-954-0904; Krista: 509-724-1053
Address: Spokane Tribe Health and Human Services / Wellpinit area; call for current access location
Hours of Operation: Business hours listed in Spokane Tribe contact notice: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM; call to confirm current program hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; advocacy/intake process may apply
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include photo ID if available, protection order/court paperwork if available, police report/case number if available, safe contact information, children’s documents if relevant, and any evidence/documentation if safely available
Application Process: Call the program to ask about domestic violence/family violence advocacy, safety planning, legal advocacy support, protection order help, and culturally responsive resources
Eligibility: Spokane Tribal community members and families impacted by domestic or family violence; call to confirm eligibility and service access
Cost: Call to confirm; victim advocacy services are commonly grant/community funded
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane Tribal community / Wellpinit area; may be relevant for Spokane County Native community members connected to the Spokane Tribe
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is a culturally specific tribal domestic and family violence resource. Spokane Tribe describes the program as confidential, survivor-centered, and focused on safety, protective factors, and culturally responsive services.
Kalispel Tribe Victim Assistance Services
What They Provide: domestic violence advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, dating violence support, stalking support, crime victim advocacy, legal advocacy, safety planning, resource connection, support with law enforcement/court systems
Website: kalispeltribe.com/our-government/victim-services
Phone: Office: 509-477-7155
24-Hour Helpline: 877-700-7175
Address: Kalispel Tribe service access; Spokane and Pend Oreille County service connection; call for current safe meeting location
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; office/advocate hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; advocacy appointment/intake may be scheduled
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include photo ID if available, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, safe contact information, and evidence/documentation if safely available
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline or office number to speak with an advocate, ask about immediate safety needs, schedule advocacy support, and get connected to resources
Eligibility: People in Spokane or Pend Oreille County dealing with crimes from another person; call to confirm current eligibility and tribal/non-tribal service access
Cost: Free advocacy support unless otherwise stated by program
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County and Pend Oreille County / Kalispel Tribe service area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good Spokane-area Native-centered victim service option. Public resource listings describe services for domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and crime victim advocacy. News coverage notes same-day advocate appointments may often be available and advocates can meet in safe locations depending on the situation.
Rural Resources Victim Services – Stevens / Ferry / Lincoln / Inchelium Area
What They Provide: domestic violence advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, crime victim advocacy, safety planning, legal advocacy, emergency shelter connection, protection order support, support groups, referrals, 24-hour helpline
Website: ruralresources.org/program-departments/victim-services
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 844-509-7233
Inchelium Office: 509-722-3322
Colville Office: 509-684-8421
Davenport Office: 509-215-1419
Republic Office: 509-775-0912
Address: Multiple offices; Inchelium office serves a tribal/rural access area; call for current location and safe access
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; office hours vary by location
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; appointment/intake may be needed for ongoing advocacy
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include photo ID if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, police report/case number if available, safe contact information, and children’s documents if relevant
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline or nearest office; ask about victim advocacy, safety planning, legal advocacy, shelter options, and referrals
Eligibility: Survivors of abuse, violence, or crime and their loved ones in Stevens, Ferry, and Lincoln counties; Inchelium-area access may be useful for Native survivors connected to nearby communities
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Stevens, Ferry, Lincoln counties, including Colville, Inchelium, Republic, and Davenport areas
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Include because it is a close regional option for Spokane County residents who may need out-of-area safety support, especially north of Spokane or connected to Inchelium/Colville-area communities.
Office for Victims of Crime Tribal Victim Assistance Resources
What They Provide: tribal victim assistance resources, tribal advocacy toolkits, training materials, resources for child maltreatment, domestic violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and tribal community response
Website: ovcttac.gov/TVA
Phone: Online federal resource
Address: Online national resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use resource library
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Use the website to find tribal victim assistance tools, training, and resource guidance for tribal communities, advocates, and service providers
Eligibility: Tribal communities, advocates, providers, and people seeking information about tribal victim assistance resources
Cost: Free online resource
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: National resource
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based
Important Notes: This is not a direct survivor hotline or shelter. It is useful for advocates, providers, and community members who need tribal-specific victim assistance resources or program guidance.

National Human Trafficking Hotline
What They Provide: human trafficking hotline, sex trafficking support, labor trafficking support, crisis support, safety planning, service referrals, tip reporting, online chat, text support, support for loved ones and service providers
Website: humantraffickinghotline.org
Phone: 1-888-373-7888
TTY: 711
Text: Text 233733
Address: Phone/text/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call/text/chat; helpful information may include location, immediate safety concerns, names or descriptions if known, vehicle/license details if known, online platform/usernames if relevant, and safe contact information
Application Process: Call, text 233733, or use online chat to ask for help, report a concern, safety plan, or get connected to local resources
Eligibility: People experiencing trafficking, people at risk, loved ones, service providers, and community members with trafficking concerns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Available in multiple languages; TTY/relay access available
Important Notes: Strong first contact when trafficking is suspected or someone needs anonymous support, reporting options, or service referrals. For immediate physical danger, use emergency services.
Washington Trafficking Help
What They Provide: Washington human trafficking resource directory, local service provider search, anti-trafficking service referrals, victim advocacy provider information, youth service provider information, statewide support navigation
Website: watraffickinghelp.org
Phone: National Human Trafficking Hotline listed for suspected trafficking: 1-888-373-7888
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; provider hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to use website; listed providers may require intake or appointment
Documents Needed: None to use website; service providers may ask for safe contact information, basic needs, age, location, safety concerns, and case/referral details if applicable
Application Process: Search by location and service need; contact listed providers directly for advocacy, case management, youth support, housing, outpatient services, or trafficking-specific support
Eligibility: Washington residents, survivors, advocates, providers, and community members seeking human trafficking support resources
Cost: Free resource directory
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required to use directory; listed services vary
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; individual provider access varies
Important Notes: Washington Trafficking Help lists Spokane County resources including Communities In Schools of Spokane County, Lutheran Community Services Northwest, and YFA Connections YouthREACH. Always call providers directly to confirm current service availability.
Helping Captives
What They Provide: sex trafficking survivor support, survivor services, local anti-trafficking support, prevention education, anti-trafficking training, community education, survivor resource connection
Website: helpingcaptives.org
Phone: 509-922-0939
Email: office@helpingcaptives.org
Address: 14415 E Sprague Ave, Suite #5, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
Hours of Operation: Monday–Thursday, 10 AM–2 PM according to website footer; call to confirm current survivor support access
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; survivor services/intake process may apply
Documents Needed: None required to make first contact; helpful items may include safe contact information, immediate needs, safety concerns, identification if available, and any referral/case information if already connected to another provider
Application Process: Call or email Helping Captives and ask about survivor support, local sex trafficking resources, safety needs, education/prevention, and next steps
Eligibility: Survivors of sex trafficking and people seeking local anti-trafficking support or prevention education; call to confirm current program fit and availability
Cost: Call to confirm; survivor support may be community/grant/donor-funded depending on service
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance generally required for advocacy/community support; verify if any clinical referral is needed
Service Area: Spokane / Spokane Valley / Coeur d’Alene area and Eastern Washington/North Idaho anti-trafficking network
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Helping Captives is a local anti-sex-trafficking organization based in Spokane Valley. Their website says they support survivors of sex trafficking and offer free anti-trafficking education and prevention trainings.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Human Trafficking / Victim Advocacy
What They Provide: human trafficking victim advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, crime victim advocacy, safety planning, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, court support, resource referrals, mental health service connection, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office: 509-747-8224
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support or immediate sexual assault-related support
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, and any trafficking-related documentation if safely available
Application Process: Call the Spokane office for victim advocacy and resource connection; call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate sexual assault-related support
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events, including sexual assault, crime victimization, and trafficking-related concerns; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement
Cost: Free advocacy services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Washington Trafficking Help lists LCSNW in Spokane County for survivors who self-identify, including victim advocacy, outpatient services, and mental health services. LCSNW also operates Spokane’s sexual assault and crime victim advocacy services.
Washington Anti-Trafficking Response Network / WARN Victim Assistance Line
What They Provide: trafficking victim assistance, statewide anti-trafficking support, service referrals, confidential assistance, advocacy connection, support for sex trafficking and labor trafficking survivors
Website: warn-trafficking.org
Phone: 206-245-0782
Address: Statewide Washington victim assistance resource
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm response hours; not for imminent danger emergencies
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required to call; intake/service connection process may apply
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful information may include safe contact information, location, immediate needs, trafficking concerns, age, housing/safety needs, and whether the survivor wants direct assistance
Application Process: Call the WARN Victim Assistance Line for confidential help, service connection, and trafficking-specific support in Washington
Eligibility: Victims and survivors of human trafficking in Washington State; service providers may also call for resource connection
Cost: Free assistance line
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: WARN provides statewide trafficking victim assistance. WARN’s own site notes the assistance line cannot respond to imminent danger situations and directs suspected trafficking reports to the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
YFA Connections YouthREACH
What They Provide: youth outreach, runaway/homeless youth support, trafficking-related youth support, case management, community advocacy, victim advocacy, education support, short-term shelter connection, substance use support, mental health support, employment support
Website: yfaconnections.org
Phone: 509-624-2868
Address: Spokane, WA; call for current YouthREACH access details
Hours of Operation: Call for current outreach/program hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; outreach/intake process may apply
Documents Needed: None required for first contact; helpful items may include youth’s name/age, safe contact information, location, immediate needs, shelter needs, school information if relevant, and guardian/custody information if safely applicable
Application Process: Call YFA Connections and ask about YouthREACH, runaway/homeless youth support, trafficking-related concerns, shelter connection, case management, and youth advocacy
Eligibility: Youth and young adults ages 12–24 who are at risk, runaway, homeless, or experiencing exploitation/trafficking-related concerns; call to confirm current program criteria
Cost: Call to confirm; youth support services may be grant/community funded
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance generally required for outreach/case management; any clinical services may have separate coverage rules
Service Area: Spokane / Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Washington Trafficking Help lists YFA Connections YouthREACH in Spokane for ages 12–24, including case management, community/victim advocacy, education assistance, short-term shelter, substance use disorder services, mental health services, and employment services.
Communities In Schools of Spokane County
What They Provide: school-based case management, student support, community advocacy, resource connection, youth support, trafficking/exploitation concern referral support
Website: spokane.ciswa.org
Phone: 509-413-1436
Address: Spokane County school-based services; contact organization for current office/access details
Hours of Operation: School/program hours vary; call to confirm
Appointment / Referral Required: School-based referral or program connection may apply
Documents Needed: Student name, school information, parent/guardian contact if applicable, youth safety concerns, school/support needs, and safe contact information
Application Process: Contact Communities In Schools of Spokane County or ask the student’s school about CIS support; request help with case management, student support, and resource connection
Eligibility: K–12 students attending public school in Spokane County; program availability depends on school partnership and staffing
Cost: Free student support services where available
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County public schools where CIS services are available
Languages / Accessibility: School/program-specific; ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Washington Trafficking Help lists Communities In Schools of Spokane County as a Spokane County resource serving grades K–12 with case management and community advocacy. Best fit when trafficking/exploitation risk intersects with school attendance, youth safety, homelessness, or family instability.
API Chaya
What They Provide: trafficking survivor support, domestic violence advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, culturally specific advocacy, case management, community/victim advocacy, financial assistance connection, language-specific support, support groups, information and referrals
Website: apichaya.org
Phone: 206-467-9976
Address: Statewide / Seattle-based culturally specific advocacy organization; contact for service access options
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current advocacy access
Appointment / Referral Required: Call/contact first; intake may be required
Documents Needed: None required for first contact; helpful items may include safe contact information, language/access needs, immediate safety concerns, immigration/legal concerns if relevant, and resource needs
Application Process: Call or contact API Chaya and ask about trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, culturally specific advocacy, and statewide support options
Eligibility: Survivors of trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault; API Chaya has a strong focus on Asian, South Asian, Pacific Islander, immigrant, refugee, and other marginalized communities
Cost: Free or grant/community-funded advocacy services may be available; call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Washington State, including possible support/referrals for Spokane County residents
Languages / Accessibility: Language-specific and culturally specific services may be available; call to confirm
Important Notes: Include as a statewide culturally specific option when a survivor needs language-specific, immigrant/refugee-informed, or culturally responsive trafficking support beyond local Spokane resources.
Cowlitz Tribe Pathways to Healing
What They Provide: Native-centered victim advocacy, trafficking survivor support, domestic violence advocacy, sexual assault advocacy, case management, community/victim advocacy, substance use service connection, mental health service connection
Website: cowlitz.org/pathways-to-healing
Phone: 360-397-8228
Address: Statewide tribal victim services resource; main program based in Western Washington
Hours of Operation: Call for current program hours and service access
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; intake may be required
Documents Needed: None required for first contact; helpful items may include safe contact information, Tribal/Native identity information if relevant to eligibility, immediate safety concerns, and resource needs
Application Process: Call Pathways to Healing and ask about Native-centered victim advocacy, human trafficking support, domestic violence/sexual assault advocacy, mental health/SUD connection, and statewide referral options
Eligibility: Public listings describe services for Native American people statewide; call to confirm current eligibility and service availability
Cost: Call to confirm; victim advocacy services may be grant/community funded
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance generally required for advocacy support; clinical referrals may have separate coverage rules
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County residents when statewide support is appropriate
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about accessibility/language support
Important Notes: Washington Trafficking Help lists Cowlitz Tribe Pathways to Healing as a statewide Native-centered anti-trafficking resource with case management, community/victim advocacy, SUD services, and mental health services.
Office for Victims of Crime Human Trafficking Capacity Building Center
What They Provide: human trafficking service provider directory, survivor support resource information, training and technical assistance, victim service program resources, trafficking response tools
Website: https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/human-trafficking/overview
Phone: Online resource
Address: Online national resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website; direct service providers have their own intake processes
Documents Needed: None to use website
Application Process: Use the website to locate human trafficking resources, training, and service provider information; contact direct service providers for survivor support
Eligibility: Survivors, advocates, service providers, agencies, and community members seeking human trafficking resources
Cost: Free online resource
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: National resource, useful for Spokane County providers and survivors needing broader options
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based
Important Notes: This is not a local hotline or direct Spokane service. Use as a backup for service navigation, provider education, and broader trafficking resource searches.

National Domestic Violence Hotline
What They Provide: confidential domestic violence hotline, emotional support, safety planning, relationship abuse support, chat support, text support, local resource referrals, support for friends/family
Website: thehotline.org
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text START to 88788
Address: Phone/text/chat national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text START to 88788, or use online chat for confidential support, safety planning, options, and local resource referrals
Eligibility: Anyone experiencing domestic violence, relationship abuse, coercive control, stalking, threats, or concern for someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: English and Spanish support; interpreter access available for many languages; TTY available
Important Notes: Good backup for confidential support when someone is not ready to contact a local agency, needs support outside local office hours, or wants help thinking through options privately.
RAINN / National Sexual Assault Hotline
What They Provide: confidential sexual assault hotline, online chat support, emotional support, sexual violence crisis support, local resource referrals, support for loved ones
Website: rainn.org
Phone: 1-800-656-4673
Address: Phone/online national resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call or use online chat to connect with trained support staff; ask for confidential support, local advocacy referrals, medical exam information, safety planning, or emotional support
Eligibility: Survivors of sexual assault/sexual violence and people supporting a survivor
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Hotline and online support options available; ask for language/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good option when someone wants anonymous national support, online chat, or help outside local office hours. For local Spokane advocacy or hospital accompaniment, call LCSNW’s 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line.
love is respect / Teen Dating Abuse Support
What They Provide: confidential teen dating violence support, young adult relationship abuse support, emotional support, safety planning, text/chat/phone support, support for friends and parents/caregivers
Website: loveisrespect.org
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Text: Text LOVEIS to 22522
Address: Phone/text/chat national youth relationship abuse resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None
Application Process: Call, text LOVEIS to 22522, or chat online for confidential support and safety planning
Eligibility: Teens, young adults, parents/caregivers, friends, and anyone concerned about dating abuse or unhealthy relationship patterns
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Nationwide, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone, text, and chat support; TTY available
Important Notes: Best confidential support option for teens and young adults experiencing dating violence, digital monitoring, coercion, threats, stalking, controlling behavior, or unhealthy relationship patterns.
Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline / DVHopeline
What They Provide: confidential statewide domestic violence support, emotional support, safety planning, shelter/resource referrals, local advocacy referrals, support for loved ones
Website: dvhopeline.org
Phone: 1-877-737-0242
Address: Phone-based statewide resource
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required
Documents Needed: None required to call
Application Process: Call and ask for confidential support, safety planning, shelter options, local domestic violence programs, or support for yourself or someone else
Eligibility: Any person experiencing domestic violence or relationship abuse, or anyone concerned about someone else
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Strong statewide backup if local services are full, unavailable, or if someone needs out-of-area safety planning.
YWCA Spokane Domestic Violence Support Advocacy
What They Provide: confidential domestic violence advocacy, one-on-one support, supportive listening, safety planning, emotional support, psychoeducation, shelter screening connection, legal advocacy connection, resource referrals
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/meet-with-a-support-advocate
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Text: 509-220-3725
Email: help@ywcaspokane.org
Address: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Helpline available 24 hours daily; walk-in/advocacy hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; walk-in or appointment-based advocacy may be available
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include photo ID if available, protection order/court paperwork if available, children’s documents if relevant, safe contact information, and any documentation the survivor feels safe bringing
Application Process: Call, text, email, or visit YWCA Spokane when safe; ask to meet with a domestic violence support advocate for confidential support, safety planning, and resource connection
Eligibility: Adult survivors of intimate partner domestic violence; services are inclusive of all genders
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is confidential advocacy/support, not clinical therapy. YWCA Spokane states its domestic violence services are free, confidential, and designed to empower survivors through knowledge and connection to resources.
YWCA Spokane Survivor Support Group
What They Provide: domestic violence survivor support group, peer connection, healing support, education, emotional support, empowerment support, survivor community
Website: ywcaspokane.org/resources/support-group-flyer
Phone: 24-Hour Helpline: 509-326-2255
Text: 509-220-3725
Email: help@ywcaspokane.org
Address: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201; group location/access may vary
Hours of Operation: Weekly support group schedule may vary; call, text, or check YWCA’s current support group flyer before attending
Appointment / Referral Required: Call/contact YWCA first to confirm current group schedule, eligibility, and access details
Documents Needed: None generally required; safe contact information may be requested for group coordination
Application Process: Contact YWCA Spokane and ask about the current support group for adult survivors of intimate partner domestic violence
Eligibility: Adult survivors of intimate partner domestic violence; group-specific eligibility may apply
Cost: Free unless otherwise stated by YWCA
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is survivor peer/support group programming, not emergency shelter or clinical therapy. Confirm the current schedule before listing dates/times because support group offerings can change.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Behavioral Health Services
What They Provide: confidential counseling, trauma-informed therapy, individual counseling, group counseling, family-involved therapy, youth counseling, adult counseling, crime victim counseling, sexual assault survivor counseling, anxiety/depression support
Website: lcsnw.org/program/behavioral-health-services
Phone: 509-747-8224
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; call for current intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required; call first
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, Apple Health/Medicaid card if applicable, private insurance card if applicable, Crime Victims Compensation information if applicable, referral paperwork if available, court/protection order paperwork if relevant, medication list
Application Process: Call LCSNW Spokane and ask about behavioral health intake, trauma counseling, sexual assault survivor counseling, crime victim counseling, insurance/funding, and current appointment availability
Eligibility: Youth, adolescents, adults, families, trauma survivors, crime victims, refugees/immigrants, and people seeking behavioral health counseling; program-specific eligibility applies
Cost: Medicaid, Crime Victims Compensation, some insurance plans, private pay, sliding scale, or grant-funded options may apply
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Accepts WA Apple Health/Medicaid, Crime Victims Compensation, some private insurance plans, and offers sliding scale fees; call to verify current coverage
Service Area: Spokane / Spokane Valley / Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Good clinical counseling option for survivors who need trauma-informed therapy beyond advocacy support. LCSNW describes its behavioral health work as trauma-informed and focused on timely access to mental health services.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest Victim Advocacy & Education
What They Provide: free confidential advocacy, emotional support, sexual assault advocacy, crime victim advocacy, safety planning, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, court support, resource referrals, support for loved ones and witnesses
Website: lcsnw.org/program/victim-advocacy-and-education
Phone: Spokane Office / Crime Victim Support: 509-747-8224
24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 509-624-7273
Address: 210 W Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Office hours vary; Sexual Assault Crisis Line available 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; call first for advocacy support or immediate sexual assault-related support
Documents Needed: None required to call; helpful items may include safe contact information, police report/case number if available, court/protection order paperwork if available, medical paperwork if applicable, and photo ID if available
Application Process: Call the Spokane office for victim advocacy, safety planning, support, and resource connection; call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line for immediate sexual assault-related support
Eligibility: Victims, survivors, loved ones, and witnesses of traumatic events; services are available whether or not the incident was reported to law enforcement or is being prosecuted
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy support
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is confidential advocacy/support, not the same as clinical therapy. Strong option for survivors who need someone to talk through options, safety, medical/legal systems, reporting choices, or next steps without pressure.
