ACCESS Assault Care Center

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ACCESS, the Assault Care Center Extending Service and Support, arose from the need to confront and combat the issues of sexual assault and domestic violence in Story County. The agency began in 1974 with the help of the Iowa State University Government of the Student Body. Originally a rape crisis center, ACCESS services were expanded over the years to include a 24-hour crisis hotline and shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. In 1981, we opened our first shelter facility, a place where survivors and children could share a safe environment and more readily receive the services our growing staff and volunteers were ready to provide. ACCESS continues to serve Story, Boone, and Greene counties. Our Vision: A community founded in respect and equality that is free from violence, abuse, and power imbalances. Our Mission: To address the roots and impact of domestic and sexual violence through services that enhance safety, empower survivors, and promote understanding and social justice within our community. All services provided by ACCESS are free and confidential. To learn more about our services or to set up an appointment with an advocate, call us. - 24-hour Crisis Line: Listening, support, information and advocacy - Shelter: Safe, temporary housing for women and their children. - Children's Programs: Counseling, advocacy, outings, and play groups. - Individual Counseling: Short-term counseling to adult survivors of child sexual abuse, sexual assault, or domestic violence or dating violence. - Support Groups: Support groups for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and children who have experienced or witnessed family violence. - Advocacy: Support, information and referrals for clients working with the legal, medical, or social service systems. - Community Education: Educational programming to schools, community groups, organizations and agencies. - Crisis Response Services - SART (Story County Sexual Assault Resp