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Emergency Support Shelter

Empowering Survivors, Ending Violence

Here for You

Compassionate support, whenever you need.

 

Prioritizing your safety and well-being.

Your Safety Matters

Support Starts Here

Reach out, we’re here 24/7

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our mission is to end sexual and domestic violence while providing education, safety, and support to our community.

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If you are having a medical emergency or are in immediate danger, call 911 for immediate assistance. For a mental health crisis, contact Cowlitz County Mental Health Crisis at (360) 425-6064. If you're not in immediate danger and you are fleeing abuse, reach out to Emergency Support Shelter at (360)425-1176 ​

For Cowlitz County Coordinated Entry Services visit www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/2540/Coordinated-Entry

Our Services

We provide free, confidential services 24/7 to support you. Our advocates are available via phone, email, or text, and in-person by appointment.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCACY & SHELTER

Support and resources for those affected by domestic violence.

SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCACY

Specialized advocacy for survivors of sexual assault.

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CRIME VICTIMS ADVOCACY

Assistance for individuals affected by crimes.

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SEXUAL EXPLOITATION & LABOR TRAFFICKING ADVOCACY

Advocacy for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking.

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Your Health and Safety is Important to Us!

We continue to provide free and confidential services 24/7.  You can reach us by phone, email or text and can schedule an in person appointment with an Advocate by calling 360-425-1176.

All of our services are free & confidential, don’t hesitate to reach out, we are here for you. 

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Services for victims of domestic violence:

24/7 Call:  360-425-1176

Text:  360-726-1003

Email:  info@esshelter.com 

Services for victims of crime, trafficking and sexual assault:

Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm 

After Hours & Weekends

Call: 360-425-1176 

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Disclaimer: This website is supported by Grant Number #2412-56750 from the Emergency DV Shelter & Supportive Services Program within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Emergency DV Shelter & Supportive Services Program.

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