Web Chat
We believe that each person has the right to lead a life free from violence and fear of abuse. Intimate partner violence is a pattern of coercive or controlling behavior that can include financial, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse. It is not always easy to find a safe and confidential space to make a phone call in this environment, hopefully this Web Chat service will be a quiet way to reach out.
Web chat Safety check
You should be aware that while our web chat is encrypted, if your computer or phone is being monitored or tracked, someone else could still see the chat conversation. We strongly encourage you to either find a safe, untampered with computer or phone for the chat.
Important to remember: there is no technology that can prevent information from being read on a device that has a virus, malware, spyware installed.
How Web chat works
First find a safe place to chat.
Chat is available in both Spanish and English from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday.
The contents of the chat messages are not saved on your device. Once the chat is closed, that message will be completely gone.
There is a Quick Escape button that will delete the chat and redirect your browser so the chat screen disappears.
When you are ready to chat, you will reach a trained advocate who will listen, knows community resources, and can help you make a safety plan for you and your children. IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER – CALL 911
If you are confident you have a safe phone or computer and you are ready to chat, click the Chat Now button below.
You can always call our 24 hour Crisis and Support Line too - 541-485-6513 or 800-281-2800.