What to expect
We understand that seeking help can be intimidating. Here’s what you can expect when you contact the WRC:
- Confidentiality: Your safety and privacy are our top priority. All conversations are strictly confidential.
- Compassionate Listening: Our trained advocates will listen to your story without judgment.
- Personalized Support: Based on your unique needs, we’ll help you develop a safety plan, connect you with legal resources, or find safe housing.
- Guidance and Resources: We’ll provide information and resources to empower you to make informed decisions.
No matter where you are in your journey, we’re here to support you
Identifying Abuse
Recognizing abuse can be challenging because it often starts subtly and escalates over time. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial. Here are some common signs:
- Physical Injuries: Unexplained bruises, cuts, or injuries.
- Isolation: Being cut off from friends, family, or support systems.
- Control: Monitoring activities, finances, or dictating what someone wears.
- Fear and Anxiety: Constantly fearful or anxious about upsetting their partner.
Help Someone
If you know someone who may be in an abusive relationship, you can call the WRC help line to talk about your concerns. Our knowledgeable counselors are available to talk to you 24/7. All calls are kept confidential.
View ServicesFAQs About What We Do
WRC offers services to those experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and/or human trafficking in Lackawanna and Susquehanna Counties. Services for survivors’ non- offending significant others are available as well.
No. All of WRC’s services are offered at no cost to survivors and their non-offending significant others.
WRC provides comprehensive support services for individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and human trafficking. Our services include crisis intervention, safe housing, legal advocacy, counseling, and prevention education. All services are confidential and available 24/7 to ensure safety and support for survivors.
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