Ywca Billings

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YWCA Gateway offers safety and hope for the women and children of Billings who are victims of violence. 24 Hour Help & Text Lines Our trained advocates provide support 24 hours per day, seven days a week for individuals who call or text. They provide guidance and information about Gateway programs and other community agencies that can help you. Secure Emergency Shelter Gateway House is staffed 24 hours per day, seven days a week and is equipped with security cameras and an alarm system. Women and their children residing in this shelter work closely with advocates to plan for their future. Support Groups Two weekly support groups addressing domestic violence and sexual assault are open to women in the Billings community. Childcare is provided for those who attend the group. Emergency Legal Advocacy Trained advocates are available to assist in obtaining an order of protection and go along to court hearings relating to domestic or sexual violence victimization. Hospital Accompaniment Available 24 hours per day, seven days a week. Advocates accompany victims of sexual violence including children, to the hospital for a forensic evidence collection exam. Are you a victim of the following abuse? • Physical • Sexual • Verbal • Financial • Psychological/Emotional • Destruction of Property • Obsessive Electronic Communications Call Gateway's 24 Hour Help Line 245-4472 24 Hour Text Line 702-0229