resources

for survivors & allies

resources

for survivors & allies

knowledge is power.

Physical, mental, and sexual abuse is complex and, despite reality, often makes you feel powerless.
With the guidance, resources, and support of trauma-informed professionals, you can overcome what has happened. You are not alone in this. We are here to help you.  

knowledge is power.

Physical, mental, and sexual abuse is complex and, despite reality, often makes you feel powerless.
With the guidance, resources, and support of trauma-informed professionals, you can overcome what has happened. You are not alone in this. We are here to help you. 

24/7 SUPPORT FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE,
SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING:

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24-Hour Help Line: 1-800-848-5991  |  TF: 616-392-1970
Español: 1-866-728-2131  |  TF: 616-355-9755
Safe Email: GinnyP411@gmail.com

safety resources

SAFETY PLANNING – When leaving an abusive relationship, it is important to have a safety plan in place. Each plan will be unique to your situation.

Click here for a downloadable sample safety plan

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INFORMATION – Abuse can happen to anyone, and it is not okay. In this packet you will find information, and resources you can use to learn more about domestic violence.

Click here for our downloadable DV Information Packet

Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí

SEXUAL ASSAULT INFORMATION – Whether you were sexually assaulted by a partner or a stranger, it is never your fault. In this packet you will find information and resources you can use to learn more about rape and sexual assault.

Click here for our downloadable SA Information Packet
Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí

safety Resources

SAFETY PLANNING – When leaving an abusive relationship, it is important to have a safety plan in place. Each plan will be unique to your situation.

Click here for a downloadable sample safety plan

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INFORMATION – Abuse can happen to anyone, and it is not okay. In this packet you will find information, and resources you can use to learn more about domestic violence.

Click here for our downloadable DV Information Packet

Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí

SEXUAL ASSAULT INFORMATION – Whether you were seually assaulted by a partner or a stranger, it is never your fault. In this packet you will find information and resources you can use to learn more about rape and sexual assault.

Click here for our downloadable SA Information Packet
Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí

Legal Resources

Personal Protection Order – A Personal Protection action involves seeking an order from the Court to protect you from harassment, assault, beating, molesting, wounding or stalking by another person. There is no filing fee to file for a PPO.

Click here for information on filing a PPO in OTTAWA COUNTY

Click here for information on filing a PPO in ALLEGAN COUNTY

Ottawa County Legal Self Help Center

Allegan County Legal Assistance Center

Michigan Legal Help website

Legal Resources

Personal Protection Order – A Personal Protection action involves seeking an order from the Court to protect you from harassment, assault, beating, molesting, wounding or stalking by another person. There is no filing fee to file for a PPO.

Click here for information on filing a PPO in OTTAWA COUNTY

Click here for information on filing a PPO in ALLEGAN COUNTY

Ottawa County Legal Self Help Center

Allegan County Legal Assistance Center

Michigan Legal Help website

educational Resources

Webinar: Unearthing the Roots of Domestic and Sexual Violence

Recorded live on March 30, 2021

Click below to view our recent webinar on the roots of DV and how systemic oppression of women can contribute to the perpetuation of domestic and sexual violence.

Recorded Webinar
Presentation Slides

 

Webinar: Respectful Relationships: Exploring the Relationship Spectrum

from February 9, 2021

Lesley Coghill, LMSW Resilience Prevention & Systems Change Manager, presents on exploring respectful relationships.

More information: https://bit.ly/3jcmEn9

Parent Webinar Slides
High School Lesson Outline 
High School Lesson Video
Relationship Spectrum
How Can I Help? Supporting Teens Experiencing Dating Violence

educational resources

Webinar: Unearthing the Roots of Domestic and Sexual Violence 

Recorded live on March 30, 2021

Click below to view our recent webinar on the roots of DV and how systemic oppression of women can contribute to the perpetuation of domestic and sexual violence.

Recorded Webinar
Presentation Slides

 

Webinar: Respectful Relationships: Exploring the Relationship Spectrum 

from February 9, 2021

Lesley Coghill, LMSW Resilience Prevention & Systems Change Manager, presents on exploring respectful relationships.

Parent Webinar Slides
High School Lesson Outline 
High School Lesson Video
Relationship Spectrum
How Can I Help? Supporting Teens Experiencing Dating Violence

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Advocates For Ending Violence

Resilience is dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence. We offer support, services, and safe housing to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and we provide programs to engage and educate community members to help end the cycle of abuse before it begins.  

Make A Donation

Your contribution allows us to provide confidential services to all survivors, free of charge. Thank you for your support.

Reach Out To Us

We are here for you, no matter the time of day. Get the support and security you need.