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Survivors Support Group offered by ADWAS

Bus 67 stops a block and a half from the front office.

Eligibility

Survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence who are Deaf, DeafBlind or hard-of-hearing in Washington State.

Languages

American Sign Language

Application process

Call or email for more information about current support groups.

Fees

None.

Service area

WA

Other Information

Disabilities & Health Conditions

Deafness/Hard of Hearing

Languages

American Sign Language

Description

Periodically offers support groups for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Limited child care may be available. All support groups are in American Sign Language.

Providing organization

ADWAS (Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services)

We have provided services in the community since 1986. Deaf and DeafBlind survivors of domestic and sexual violence benefit from programs such as – therapy, legal & systemic advocacy, the 24-hour National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline, Family Support programs, children’s advocacy, emergency shelter, and supportive housing.