Connecting Survivors to Safety, Support, and Hope
At The Hiding Place, we know that one trusted referral can change the course of a survivor's life.
Whether you are a healthcare provider, law enforcement officer, counselor, educator, attorney, pastor, employer, or community partner, your willingness to recognize abuse and connect someone with support may be the first step toward safety and healing.
We are honored to partner with professionals throughout our community to ensure survivors receive compassionate, trauma-informed care and access to the resources they need to rebuild their lives.
Refer a Survivor
Referrals
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We welcome referrals from:
Law Enforcement & First Responders
Healthcare Providers
Mental Health Professionals
Attorneys & Legal Professionals
Schools & Universities
Churches & Faith Communities
Government & Social Service Agencies
Community Organizations
Employers & Human Resource Professionals
Family members and friends may also contact us to learn about available resources and support.
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Consider referring someone to The Hiding Place if they are experiencing or have experienced:
Domestic violence
Intimate partner violence
Coercive control
Emotional or psychological abuse
Physical abuse
Sexual abuse within an intimate relationship
Financial abuse
Stalking
Technology-facilitated abuse
Safety concerns following separation
Ongoing fear or intimidation by a current or former partner
Even if someone is unsure whether they are experiencing abuse, we encourage you to make the connection. Survivors do not have to be ready to leave a relationship before receiving support.
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Whenever possible:
✓ Speak privately with the survivor.
✓ Obtain the survivor's permission before making a referral.
✓ Ask whether it is safe to call, text, or email.
✓ Confirm the safest method of communication.
✓ Respect the survivor's decisions and readiness.
Our advocates are happy to consult with professionals if you are unsure of the safest approach.
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Every referral is handled with compassion, dignity, and respect.
When a survivor is referred to The Hiding Place, our team will:
Contact the survivor (when appropriate and with consent).
Complete an initial intake and needs assessment.
Discuss immediate safety concerns.
Develop a personalized safety plan.
Connect the survivor with advocacy and community resources.
Provide ongoing support based on the survivor's goals.
Explore additional services such as support groups, Chrysalis Housing, and community programming when appropriate.
Our advocates work collaboratively with survivors, recognizing that every person's journey is unique.
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At The Hiding Place, we believe referrals are most effective when they are personal.
Whenever possible, we encourage professionals to introduce survivors to our services through a warm referral rather than simply providing a phone number.
A warm referral may include:
Calling our office together with the survivor.
Offering a private space for the survivor to make contact.
Providing reassurance about what to expect.
Coordinating communication with our advocates when appropriate and with the survivor's consent.
Small acts of support can significantly reduce barriers and increase the likelihood that a survivor will access services.
Services Available
Comprehensive Support for Survivors
The Hiding Place provides trauma-informed, survivor-centered services designed to meet survivors wherever they are in their journey. Whether someone is experiencing an immediate crisis, preparing to leave an abusive relationship, or rebuilding their life after abuse, our team is committed to walking alongside them every step of the way.
When appropriate, professionals may refer survivors for any of the following services:
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Our 24/7 Crisis Hotline provides immediate emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, and connection to emergency resources.
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Our advocates provide personalized support, resource navigation, and guidance while helping survivors identify their goals and make informed decisions that prioritize their safety and wellbeing.
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Every survivor's situation is unique. We work collaboratively to develop individualized safety plans that address immediate concerns while preparing for long-term safety and stability.
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We offer both in-person and virtual trauma-informed support groups that provide education, peer connection, encouragement, and practical tools for healing.
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Our transitional housing program provides women and children with a safe, supportive environment where they can heal, build stability, and prepare for long-term independence.
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Through strong community partnerships, we help survivors access housing, counseling, legal resources, healthcare, employment services, financial assistance, childcare, education, and other supportive services.
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We provide educational programming, professional training, and community awareness initiatives designed to strengthen the community's response to domestic violence and promote healthy relationships.
If a survivor's needs extend beyond the services we provide directly, we will work collaboratively to connect them with trusted community partners who can continue supporting their journey.
Our Commitment to Trauma Informed Care
Every Survivor Deserves to Be Heard, Believed, and Respected
At The Hiding Place, trauma-informed care is more than a philosophy—it is the foundation of everything we do.
We recognize that every survivor's experience is different, and healing is not a one-size-fits-all process. Our approach prioritizes safety, trust, empowerment, collaboration, and respect while honoring each survivor's unique story, strengths, and goals.
Our team is committed to creating environments where survivors feel physically, emotionally, and psychologically safe as they begin rebuilding their lives.
Our Commitment Includes
Treating every survivor with dignity and compassion.
Listening without judgment.
Respecting each survivor's choices and pace.
Empowering survivors to make informed decisions.
Protecting confidentiality to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Collaborating with community partners to provide coordinated care.
Recognizing the impact of trauma on behavior, relationships, and decision-making.
Focusing on strengths rather than deficits.
Walking alongside survivors—not directing their journey.
We believe healing happens through relationships built on trust, compassion, and hope.
Referring a Survivor is Simple
We appreciate your partnership in helping connect survivors with the support they deserve.
Step 1
Speak privately with the survivor whenever possible and discuss available resources.
Step 2
Obtain the survivor's permission to make a referral to The Hiding Place.
Step 3
Complete the Professional Referral Form and submit it using one of the methods below.
How to Make a Referral
If you are unsure whether a referral is appropriate or would like to discuss a survivor's situation, our team is available to help.
We are honored to partner with professionals who share our commitment to creating safer communities and supporting survivors with compassion, dignity, and hope.
Questions?
Quick Reference for Professionals
Every interaction with a survivor has the potential to create safety, restore hope, and change a life.
To support professionals in responding confidently and compassionately, The Hiding Place has developed a one-page Professional Referral Guide that can be printed, shared with colleagues, and kept readily available in offices, interview rooms, nursing stations, classrooms, patrol vehicles, ministry offices, and community agencies.
The guide is designed to serve as a quick reference for recognizing abuse, responding to disclosures, and connecting survivors with support.
The Guide Includes
✔ Common warning signs of domestic violence
✔ Trauma-informed responses to a survivor's disclosure
✔ Best practices for making a warm referral
✔ 24/7 Hotline and Office # contact information
✔ QR Code linking directly to the Professional Referral Form
Why It Matters
A survivor is significantly more likely to seek help when they are met with compassion, believed without judgment, and personally connected to resources through a warm referral.
Our Professional Referral Guide equips professionals with practical tools that strengthen responses, reduce barriers to care, and improve collaboration between agencies serving survivors.