Sojourner House Advocacy and Resource Center

Address

386 Smith Street
Providence, RI 02908

(401) 861-6191

http://www.sojournerRI.org

Description:

Provides transitional housing, shelter and resident advocacy services for victims of intimate partner violence and their children. Offers a hotline for support or information and referral to current or former victims of domestic violence. Weekly support groups. Non-resident advocacy services available for women/men/children (including assistance with the legal system). Drop-in services available in Providence. Teen violence prevention and education programs for the classroom, community, and workplace. Teen dating violence program, child advocacy, lesbian/gay advocacy program, and Latina advocacy program serves. Sojourner House s a member agency of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Emergency Shelter "Safe House"
4 bedrooms; occupancy of 9 to 11 people
One (1) handicapped accessible room

Services available:
All services are voluntary
Some staff is bilingual, English/Spanish - translation/interpretation available
Provide referrals to educational, vocational, and employment resources
Advocates meet individually with residents to establish goals
Provide child advocacy
Weekly support groups both in-house and community based
HIV testing

Meals:
Residents are responsible for their own family's food-kitchen and storage space is provided
Food assistance available if needed

Important Policies:
Location of shelter is confidential, residents are expected to maintain confidentiality
The building alarm is set from 10:00PM-6:00AM (residents are expected to be in house during these hours)
A maximum of 2 nights out/month, except in emergencies
No time limit as long as working on goals of permanent housing and following all shelter rules
Residents are responsible for their own medications-lockers are available; residents will have to lock up medications
Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas
A harm reduction model is used-sobriety is not required, however residents are expected to respect peers in recovery
Bedrooms and common areas are shared
There may be a possibility teenage boys are housed
For transitional housing program information, contact Kelly Henry at 401-765-3232 or email khenry@sojournerri.org

Special Notes/Funding

COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We continue to have limited rental assistance funds available, which are being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. Inquiries for assistance should be directed to our housing office: 401-808-6889. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

Description

Sojourner House Hotline: 401-765-3232. If you are being abused or think you might be in danger of being abused and would like to speak to someone who can help, call anytime. Evening calls will be automatically transferred to the statewide helpline. All incoming and outgoing calls appear as "blocked numbers" for safety and anonymity purposes. All calls are confidential.

Hours

24/7

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

All

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call the Sojourner House Hotline at 401-765-3232. Call the Statewide Victim's of Crime Helpline at 800-494-8100. COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232.

Languages

Spanish

Service Area

Providence County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-861-6191
    Type:
    Main Phone
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Number:
    401-765-3232
    Name:
    Sojourner House Helpline
    Number:
    800-494-8100
    Name:
    Victim of Crime Hotline
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-1500.1400-200) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Special Notes/Funding

    ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation. We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We continue to have limited rental assistance funds available, which are being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. Inquiries for assistance should be directed to our housing office: 401-808-6889. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

    Description

    Emergency Shelter: 4 bedrooms, for 9 to 11 people. One handicapped accessible room. Services available: referrals to educational, vocational, and employment resources, individual meetings with advocates to establish goals for victims and their children; Weekly support groups both in-house and community based; HIV testing. Residents are responsible for their own family's food:kitchen and storage space is provided. Food assistance available if needed. Important Policies: Location of shelter is confidential, residents are expected to maintain confidentiality: Maximum of 2 nights out/month, except in emergencies; No time limit as long as working on goals of permanent housing and following all shelter rules; Residents are responsible for their own medications, lockers are available; residents will have to lock up medications. Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; A harm reduction model is used-sobriety is not required, however residents are expected to respect peers in recovery; Bedrooms and common areas are shared; There may be a possibility teenage boys are housed ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation.

    Hours

    24/7; Curfew: 10:00PM; Building alarm will be set from 10:00PM-6:00AM, residents are expected to be in house during these hours.

    Required Documents

    None

    Eligibility

    18+ women, single or with children; Young children male and female up to age 18; Domestic violence victims;

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    Call the Helpline at 401-765-3232; COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882.

    Languages

    Spanish

    Service Area

    Statewide

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-861-6191
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Number:
      401-765-3232
      Name:
      Sojourner House Helpline
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-1800.1500-100) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

      Description

      Domestic Violence Support Groups offered 2019: Latina Support Group (Northern RI); Women's English-Speaking Support Group (Northern RI); Latina Support Group (Providence); Women's English-Speaking Support Group (Providence); Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group (Providence); LBT Support Group (Providence); Spanish-Speaking Parenting Support Group (Providence)

      Hours

      Times and locations vary

      Required Documents

      None

      Eligibility

      Varies by group

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      Call 401-861-6191 or email info@sojournerri.org for times and locations COVID-19: We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org

      Languages

      Spanish

      Service Area

      Providence County

      Geography Served

      None

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-861-6191
      Type:
      Main Phone
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Number:
      401-765-3232
      Name:
      Sojourner House Helpline
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.0200-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation.

      Description

      Domestic and sexual violence and human trafficking support services at the Drop-In Advocacy and Resource Center. Services: Advocates available for consultation, support groups, organizational training or workshops (must call to schedule), volunteer opportunities, free HIV testing by oral swab (appointments recommended), Deliver donations (Please call first); find information on how to help someone you think may be experiencing abuse

      Hours

      Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM

      Required Documents

      Varies

      Eligibility

      Victims of sexual and domestic violence, and human trafficking

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      Walk-in or call 401-861-6191 to schedule an appointment with an advocate or to drop off donations

      Languages

      Spanish

      Service Area

      Statewide

      Geography Served

      None

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-861-6191
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TC-1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882.

      Description

      Dress For Success provides women with professional attire to secure employment and the confidence and knowledge that is needed to be successful.

      Hours

      By Appointment

      Required Documents

      None

      Eligibility

      Women entering the workforce

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      Referral needed

      Service Area

      Statewide

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        401-861-6191
        Name:
        Main Phone
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BM-6500.1500-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

        General Information

        Hours:

        24/7
        The building alarm is set from 10:00PM-6:00AM (residents are expected to be in house during these hours)

        Intake Process:

        Available 24 hours/7 days a week
        First contact by phone

        Program Fees:

        No Fees

        Languages:

        Spanish

        Eligibility:

        18+ women, single or with children
        Young male children up to age 18; emergency community housing available for men
        Domestic violence victims

        Handicap Accessible?

        Yes

        Is Shelter?

        No

        Miscellaneous

        AKA:

        Safe House

        Related Resource

        Date of Official Change:

        July 16, 2020

        Legal Status:

        Non-Profit

        Special Notes/Funding

        COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We continue to have limited rental assistance funds available, which are being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. Inquiries for assistance should be directed to our housing office: 401-808-6889. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

        Description

        Sojourner House Hotline: 401-765-3232. If you are being abused or think you might be in danger of being abused and would like to speak to someone who can help, call anytime. Evening calls will be automatically transferred to the statewide helpline. All incoming and outgoing calls appear as "blocked numbers" for safety and anonymity purposes. All calls are confidential.

        Hours

        24/7

        Required Documents

        None

        Eligibility

        All

        Fees

        No Fees

        Intake Procedure

        Call the Sojourner House Hotline at 401-765-3232. Call the Statewide Victim's of Crime Helpline at 800-494-8100. COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232.

        Languages

        Spanish

        Service Area

        Providence County

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Rhode Island

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          401-861-6191
          Type:
          Main Phone
          Name:
          Main Phone
          Number:
          401-765-3232
          Name:
          Sojourner House Helpline
          Number:
          800-494-8100
          Name:
          Victim of Crime Hotline
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-1500.1400-200) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Special Notes/Funding

          ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation. We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We continue to have limited rental assistance funds available, which are being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. Inquiries for assistance should be directed to our housing office: 401-808-6889. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

          Description

          Emergency Shelter: 4 bedrooms, for 9 to 11 people. One handicapped accessible room. Services available: referrals to educational, vocational, and employment resources, individual meetings with advocates to establish goals for victims and their children; Weekly support groups both in-house and community based; HIV testing. Residents are responsible for their own family's food:kitchen and storage space is provided. Food assistance available if needed. Important Policies: Location of shelter is confidential, residents are expected to maintain confidentiality: Maximum of 2 nights out/month, except in emergencies; No time limit as long as working on goals of permanent housing and following all shelter rules; Residents are responsible for their own medications, lockers are available; residents will have to lock up medications. Smoking allowed in designated outdoor areas; A harm reduction model is used-sobriety is not required, however residents are expected to respect peers in recovery; Bedrooms and common areas are shared; There may be a possibility teenage boys are housed ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation.

          Hours

          24/7; Curfew: 10:00PM; Building alarm will be set from 10:00PM-6:00AM, residents are expected to be in house during these hours.

          Required Documents

          None

          Eligibility

          18+ women, single or with children; Young children male and female up to age 18; Domestic violence victims;

          Fees

          No Fees

          Intake Procedure

          Call the Helpline at 401-765-3232; COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882.

          Languages

          Spanish

          Service Area

          Statewide

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Rhode Island

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            401-861-6191
            Name:
            Main Phone
            Number:
            401-765-3232
            Name:
            Sojourner House Helpline
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-1800.1500-100) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Special Notes/Funding

            We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882. We have expanded the hours we are answering our Sojourner House agency hotline to 24/7. That number is: 401-765-3232. We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. We brought on two new housing advocates. We are working to get clients who qualify for rapid rehousing or permanent supportive housing into these programs. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org School-Based Advocacy: For any middle/high school-aged student who has witness or experienced abuse. Services include advocacy, support groups, and expressive arts. During COVID-19 virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Sophonie LaFortune at 401-861-6191 or slafortune@sojournerri.org Healthy Families Advocacy: Program specific for youth and young adults who are pregnant and/or parenting and have experienced abuse. During COVID-19, virtual/telephone advocacy and support is available. Contact Malaysia King at 401-861-6191 or mking@sojournerri.org

            Description

            Domestic Violence Support Groups offered 2019: Latina Support Group (Northern RI); Women's English-Speaking Support Group (Northern RI); Latina Support Group (Providence); Women's English-Speaking Support Group (Providence); Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group (Providence); LBT Support Group (Providence); Spanish-Speaking Parenting Support Group (Providence)

            Hours

            Times and locations vary

            Required Documents

            None

            Eligibility

            Varies by group

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            Call 401-861-6191 or email info@sojournerri.org for times and locations COVID-19: We are accepting additional intakes for adults or children who need counseling services. Requests should be directed to our Drop-In Center line: 401-765-3232. Clinical Therapy: For any child or teen that witnesses and/or has experienced abuse we offer clinical therapy from a licensed clinician. No insurance needed. During COVID-19, telephone/virtual therapy is available. Contact Meg DeGregorio at 401-861-6191 or mdegregorio@sojournerri.org Youth Advocacy: For any child who has witnessed abuse in their home. Services include advocacy, expressive arts, and a free summer camp. Virtual/telephone support and advocacy is available during COVID-19. Contact our hotline at 401-765-3232 or Melissa Babington at mbabington@sojournerri.org

            Languages

            Spanish

            Service Area

            Providence County

            Geography Served

            None

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            401-861-6191
            Type:
            Main Phone
            Name:
            Main Phone
            Number:
            401-765-3232
            Name:
            Sojourner House Helpline
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.0200-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Special Notes/Funding

            ***Financial assistance, including rent and utilities, to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking who are fleeing abusive situations, at risk of becoming homeless or at risk of returning to their abuser as a result of COVID-19. Supportive services will also be provided, including expanded hotline hours, more clinical support, additional advocacy services and assistance with basic needs such as food and transportation.

            Description

            Domestic and sexual violence and human trafficking support services at the Drop-In Advocacy and Resource Center. Services: Advocates available for consultation, support groups, organizational training or workshops (must call to schedule), volunteer opportunities, free HIV testing by oral swab (appointments recommended), Deliver donations (Please call first); find information on how to help someone you think may be experiencing abuse

            Hours

            Mon-Fri 9:00AM-5:00PM

            Required Documents

            Varies

            Eligibility

            Victims of sexual and domestic violence, and human trafficking

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            Walk-in or call 401-861-6191 to schedule an appointment with an advocate or to drop off donations

            Languages

            Spanish

            Service Area

            Statewide

            Geography Served

            None

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            401-861-6191
            Name:
            Main Phone
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TC-1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Special Notes/Funding

            COVID-19: We now have a confidential line clients and potential clients can use to contact Sojourner House via text if they are in a non-emergency situation and need resources or support. That number is: 401-214-7882.

            Description

            Dress For Success provides women with professional attire to secure employment and the confidence and knowledge that is needed to be successful.

            Hours

            By Appointment

            Required Documents

            None

            Eligibility

            Women entering the workforce

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            Referral needed

            Service Area

            Statewide

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Rhode Island

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              401-861-6191
              Name:
              Main Phone
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BM-6500.1500-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Address Listings

              Physical (Primary)

              386 Smith Street
              Providence, RI 02908

              Mailing

              386 Smith Street
              Providence, RI 02908

              Contacts

              Vanessa Volz

              Primary Contact

              Executive Director

              (401) 861-6191

              vvolz@sojournerri.org

              Kelly Henry

              Safe House Coordinator

              (401) 765-3232

              khenry@sojournerri.org

              Phone Numbers

              Main Phone

              (401) 861-6191

              Administration

              (401) 861-6809

              Burrillville Hotline

              (401) 647-1514

              Fax

              (401) 861-6157

              Greater Providence Hotline

              (401) 658-4334

              Sojourner House Helpline

              (401) 765-3232

              Victim of Crime Hotline

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