Community Advocacy
HOURS/LOCATION
Drop-In: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00-2:00pm
Phone Advocacy: Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00pm
405 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402
LEADERSHIP
Outreach Manager:
Misha Ruffin ext. 229
About Community Advocacy
Community advocates provide drop-in, on-site and over-the-phone crisis intervention, safety planning, address confidentiality program application assistance, and referral services for community members experiencing intimate partner domestic violence. Tangible needs such as toiletries, household items, transportation assistance, and more is also provided dependent on availability.
Community Advocacy FAQ
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Can I do a safety plan at the YWCA? Yes, community advocates are available to help you create a safety plan.
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Can I come to the YWCA for help in-person? We offer drop-in hours Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am-2:00pm. Outside of those hours, you can call to schedule an appointment with a community advocate.
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Can I get toiletries, household items, or transportation help from the YWCA? Toiletries, hygiene items, bus cards, and other tangible goods are offered dependent on availability.
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Can I apply for the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP)? Yes, our community advocates can assist you with your ACP application.
YWCA Hotline
253-383-2593
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
253-272-4181
405 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402
email: info@ywcapiercecounty.org
The YWCA of Pierce County is a 501(c)(3) organization.
Our Federal Tax ID# is 91-0565026.
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