What We Do

How Can You Help Me?

Our advocates are here to support you. We want you to know that when you seek support at FCC, you are in the driver’s seat. We will work with you to explore all of your options, but ultimately decisions are yours and we will support you however we can through all of your decisions. Below are some services we provide.

Advocacy

We have specially-trained advocates who support victims and survivors through crisis situations and work with them for as long as they need, even after the crisis is resolved.  Some of these services include:

  • Safety planning
  • Emotional support
  • Support at court hearings
  • 24 hour phone/text support
  • Help with medical appointments
  • Exploring all options
  • Support for children
  • Resources and referrals
  • And more

Resources

We want to ensure you are informed about the help available to you. We can connect you with other resources and programs to meet your needs.

Housing & Homeless Services

We facilitate access to emergency, transitional and long term housing for victims and survivors of domestic violence, as well as any individual/family experiencing homelessness or at-risk of becoming homeless.  Service areas vary.

24 Hour Hotline Support

Advocates are available by phone 24 hours a day to provide you with support, crisis intervention, general information and referrals to other resources as needed. You can call 1.800.382.5603 or you can text iowahelp to 20121.

Child Advocacy

We have an advocate that specializes in working with children who have experienced trauma. Meeting can be arranged individually or in a school setting. To learn more about our child advocacy, please click here.

Criminal Justice Support Services

We have specially trained Crime Victim Specialists to help victims of violent crimes, and surviving family members of homicide victims, navigate the criminal justice system. 

Advocacy at Health Clinics

We partner with two area community health clinics to meet with clients in a medical setting.