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EN ESPANOL
Domestic violence knows no boundaries. It affects families and individuals of all genders, races, ages, and economic status. It poses a threat to the safety and security of victims and their families across the United States. Even right here at home in Macon County.
If you or someone you love is being abused take that next step to get help and call REACH of Macon County. We can provide you with shelter as well as many other services including.
24 Hour Crisis Line
We know that it's not easy to talk about abuse. When you're ready, we're here to listen.
Rape Crisis Companion
R.E.A.C.H. provides a crisis companion for victims of sexual assault. A crisis companion stays with the victim throughout the entire process of going to the hospital, filing criminal charges, accompaning the victim to court, assisting with crisis counseling, and providing emotional support.
Emergency Shelter
For women andchildren who find they need a safe haven in order to get a new start after an abusive situation.
Individual & Group Counseling
R.E.A.C.H. offers free and totally confidential counseling services for all ages.
Court Advocate
R.E.A.C.H. provides a court advocate to help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through every step of the legal process.
Legal Aid Referral
R.E.A.C.H. will also make referrals to legal aid in cases where an attorney is needed to assist in an emergency situation.
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WHAT DEFINES DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, RAPE & CHILD ABUSE?
Domestic Violence can be defined as a pattern of assaultive and coercive behavior between two people in an intimate relationship including couples who are married or unmarried. Types of abuse can include physical, emotional, social, economic, sexual and spiritual.
Sexual assault is unwanted sexual contact that stops short of rape or attempted rape. This includes sexual touching and fondling.
Rape is forced sexual intercourse.
Child Abuse can be defined as a non-accidental injury or pattern of injuries to a child.
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