Services Offered
We are here to help you understand your options
and empower you to take the steps you want to take.
You don’t have to go it alone. The Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County is here to help. We bring the services you need under one roof, so you can get help with a range of issues—safety, legal, employment, education and much more—with just a single stop.
We are a resource for local people like you, who are, or could become, victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
COVID-19 Services Update:
At this time, the Family Justice Center is primarily providing services over the phone or by a scheduled appointment in an effort to protect our clients, staff, and community. We encourage you to call us at 574-234-6900 Monday-Friday to speak with an advocate or schedule an appointment.
We provide services including:
Advocacy and support for primary and secondary survivors
Information regarding protective orders and assistance preparing a petition
Civil legal assistance and referrals
Phone support and hospital accompaniment through our 24/7 SOS Crisis Hotline
Referrals to various community partners for assistance finding safe shelter, counseling options, medical care, housing and financial resources, and much more.
Confidential assessments and safety planning
Crisis intervention both in person and over the phone
Counseling services including individual counseling and support groups
Resource room with access to a computer, printer, phone, and our resource library
Children’s play space (supervision may not be available)
How can I access these services?
Our services are available to survivors regardless of religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, economic status, nationality, race, or ethnicity.
Because we are a secure facility, every person must be screened for safety purposes before entering the building.
We do see walk-ins, but we cannot guarantee that an advocate will be available.
To set up an appointment and to be screened in advance, please call us at 574-234-6900.
All services are free and confidential.
