Domestic Violence Services
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"At any given moment, you have the power to say: This is not how the story is going to end."- Christine Mason Miller
If this is an emergency please dial 911.
For Immediate Protection
Find your nearest Omaha FIRE STATION HERE. They will keep you safe until the police can arrive.
Hotlines: Talk to someone right now
Women's Center for Advancement (WCA): (402) 345-7273
Catholic Charities: 402-558-5700
Heartland Family Services: 800-523-3666
Women's Fund Omaha: 402-345-7273
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Live Chat Services: No speaking required
National Domestic Violence Hotline | Click "Chat Now" in upper right hand corner
Women's Housing and Shelter
Eligibility: Men and women aged 19 years or older. No other restricts.
Cost/Payment: No fees for services, except for permanent supportive housing, which is based on income.
Description: Siena Francis House provides emergency, low-barrier shelter, case management and other immediate services, as well as permanent supportive housing and residential addiction treatment for persons experiencing homelessness, with our ultimate goal of helping all clients achieve housing out in the community. See our Housing and Shelter Guide for information on their long term housing services.
Phone: (402) 341-1821
1702 Nicholas St
Omaha, NE 68102
Eligibility: Individuals 19 years and older currently fleeing from domestic violence. Must undergo screening process through the 24-hour hotline. (402) 558-5700
Cost: No cost, services are free.
Description: Catholic Charities provides emergency shelter and temporary housing for victims of domestic abuse at an undisclosed location to protect the safety and privacy of their clients. After shelter support for domestic violence survivors such as employment and housing services are also available. Call to arrange a safe pick up.
Phone: (402) 554- 0520
Main Location: (This is not their shelter location)
3300 N 60th St.
Omaha, Ne 68104
Eligibility: Must call provider for information.
Cost: No fee for shelter. Support Groups free or sliding fee scale. Counseling services is by sliding fee scale or insurance coverage.
Description: Provide emergency concealed shelters to survivors of domestic abuse and will pick you up to take you to their shelter if needed. Clients can receive counseling, group therapy, job connections, and housing assistance. In addition, outpatient therapy is offered. Advocates are available 24 hours, either on scene or at the hospital to assist in emotional support, information of rights, and aide in communication with police and healthcare professionals.
Phone: (402) 339-2544
302 American Pkwy
Papillion, NE 68046
Men's Housing and Shelter
Eligibility: Males aged 19 years or older.
CCost/Payment: No fees for services, except for permanent supportive housing, which is based on income.
Description: The Siena Francis House Men's Shelter is an emergency overnight shelter with 350 beds that also has meals and other services throughout the day. See our Housing and Shelter Guide for information on their long term housing services.
Phone: (402) 341-1821
1117 N. 17th St.
Omaha, Ne 68102
For more Housing and Shelter resources see our Housing and Shelter Resource Guide
Legal Procedures and Support
For Protection Orders
Description: Provides protection orders for domestic abuse, harassment, and sexual assault victims.
Requirements: Must bring a daytime address for the person who you are filing against, a piece of valid government issued I.D. with your photograph and your signature.
Phone | Domestic Violence Prosecutor: 402-444-3545
Phone | Protection Order Office: 402-444-4350
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Domestic Violence/Protection Orders: 3rd Floor
1701 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE 68183
For help navigating legal procedures
Description: Helps victims understand the legal process and offers emotional support which helps decrease the burden on victims when trying to prosecute perpetrators of violence.
Phone: 402-444-4597
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
1905 Harney St. Suite #500,
Omaha, NE 68102
Description:
The Omaha police Domestic Violence Squad knows that the court process can be very confusing and overwhelming. For that reason, they have outlined the basic steps of the Criminal Justice System as it applies to domestic violence. We would like to answer your questions and help you understand the different phases which may occur in your case
Hours:Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Phone:402-444-5825
505 South 15th St.
Omaha, NE 68102
For Monitoring Custody Status of Abuser
Description: A free and anonymous telephone and website service that provides victims of crime information and notification of offenders' custody status.
Phone: 877-634-8463
Counseling and Advocacy Services
Eligibility: Must be 19 years of age and older.
Cost: Free services for victims.
Offers access to an attorney, case management services, counseling, support groups. They can provide greyhound bus tickets for relocation purposes, lock changes, food and gas voucher, and a cell phone with 5,000 free minutes as needed.
Services for Batter's: 16-week Batter's Prevention Program for males with a court order. This is not a free service.
Hours: M-F 8am – 5pm.
Phone: Main (402) 345-6555
24-hour hotline: (402) 345-7273
222 S 29th St.
Omaha, NE 68131
*Support groups and classes are currently online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Still offering a limited amount of groups and classes. Call for more information
Description:
Provides domestic violence counseling and advocacy services.
Phone: (402) 731-5413
5221 S. 31st ST.
Omaha, Ne 68107
For more counseling and advocacy resources see our Mental Health Services Resource Guide.
Additional Services
Description:
Emergency Shelter and Temporary Housing for a secure, temporary place to stay along with care and support. Residents can stay for up to 28 days. After Shelter Support- Resources and referrals for employment and housing needs. Domestic Violence Advocates develop individualized plans for victims and their children.
Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm
Phone: 402-554-0520
24 hour Hotline: 402-558-5700
3300 N 60th St.
Omaha, NE 68104
Latina Resource Center and Juan Diego Center
Description:
Provides domestic violence counseling and advocacy services.
Phone: (402) 731-5413
5221 S. 31st ST.
Omaha, Ne 68107
Eligibility: Must be 19 years of age and older.
Cost: Free services for victims.
Offers access to an attorney, case management services, counseling, support groups. They can provide greyhound bus tickets for relocation purposes, lock changes, food and gas voucher, and a cell phone with 5,000 free minutes as needed.
Services for Batter's: 16-week Batter's Prevention Program for males with a court order. This is not a free service.
Hours: M-F 8am – 5pm.
Phone: Main (402) 345-6555
24-hour hotline: (402) 345-7273
222 S 29th St.
Omaha, NE 68131
*Support groups and classes are currently online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Still offering a limited amount of groups and classes. Call for more information
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