First Step * A Response to Domestic Violence

First Step is a non-profit organization that responds to domestic violence 

Our Mission:

To empower survivors to break the cycle of violence and abuse in their lives!

Our Vision: 

To live in a community free of abuse

For over 40 years, First Step has been committed to providing free and confidential services to survivors of intimate partner or relationship violence who have experienced economic, physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, and/or verbal abuse, including but not limited to controlling behavior, isolation, threats, intimidation, gaslighting, stalking and dating violence.

First Step welcomes and respects all survivors of intimate partner or relationship violence, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, religion, language proficiency, citizenship status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Our Services: 

Hotline and Crisis Intervention Services 

Shelter

Legal Advocacy

Case Management Services

Rapid Re-Housing

Children's Services and Referrals 

Domestic Violence Counseling 

Community Outreach and Engagement