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24-Hour Helpline & Crisis Intervention
If you are in need of help, please call our 24-hour crisis helpline. The helpline provides an immediate response for victims that is free of charge, confidential, non-judgmental and bilingual (English and Spanish). (970) 925-SAFE (7233)
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Community & School Based & Education Programs
Presentations for the public, schools, civic and service groups to raise awareness of domestic and sexual abuse, healthy relationships, gender stereotypes, and media
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Housing for Survivors
Short-term emergency shelter, transitional housing and long term rental assistance may be available.
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Health & Medical Accompaniment
Accompaniment for a victim to the doctor, hospital or “SANE” (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exam.
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Court Accompaniment & Legal Advocacy
Civil and criminal justice support including Legal Aid referrals, Family Legal Aid, court accompaniment, civil protection orders assistance, and support in navigating the legal system and attaining Crime Victim’s Compensation.
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Immigration Assistance for Survivors
Referrals for legal assistance, information about the process and options, and support in navigating immigration options for survivors.
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Individual Support & Advocacy
Culturally inclusive and competent advocacy for survivors and their family. We can help with crisis intervention, information, resources, referrals and safety planning.…
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Referrals to Other Community Resources
Referrals to therapeutic counseling, legal services, housing, medical care, financial assistance, and other local resources.…
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Sexual Harassment Assistance
Free and confidential services, which include individual support, advocacy and referrals to other agencies and resources. Assisting teachers, employers, survivors and workers in creating change in the workplace and school environments and in better responding to sexual harassment.…
Safety & Empowerment
Get Help
If you are in crisis, need support, or more information, you can get immediate help by calling our 24/7 crisis helpline: (970) 925-SAFE (7233). For additional support and general questions call our office at (970) 920-5357Learn More
Give Help
Want to help us end domestic and sexual abuse in our community? Your donation of time, expertise and/or money will change lives. Learn More
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Domestic and sexual abuse happens more than you think. Learn more about recognizing the signs and the about the work being done in our community to combat these problems.Learn More
Response Helps
Watch this video to find out how Response is working to end domestic violence and sexual abuse.Watch NowUpdates
Mental Health Matters - here are some helpful CO resources.For those struggling with their mental health right now, it's important to know: Your mental health matters and it’s okay to reach out for help.
Resources:
📱 CO Crisis Services Text: Text ‘TALK’ to 38255
💛 COVID-19 resources: covid.colorado.gov/
☎️ CO Crisis Services Phone: 1-844-493-8255
🇺🇸 Veterans in crisis: veteranscrisisline.net
😌 Coping with COVID-19 stress: bit.ly/covid-coping
💕 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'
📞 Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
👋 Call or text a family member or friend
🌄 Substance abuse helpline: 800-662-4357
Reach out if you or someone you know needs help. We now have a
You can call our 24/7 crisis helpline 970.925.SAFE (7233), email or text www.responsehelps.org/contact/.
Thank you Aspen Police Department.
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