Domestic Violence Advocacy in Pierce County
Confidential advocacy and practical support for individuals impacted by domestic violence.
Our Sisters’ House provides confidential, survivor-centered domestic violence advocacy and practical support for individuals impacted by domestic violence throughout Pierce County. Based in Tacoma, our advocates work alongside survivors to address immediate needs while supporting long-term safety, stability, and healing.
What This Service Is
Domestic violence can impact every aspect of a person’s life — safety, housing, finances, emotional well-being, and access to support. Our Sisters’ House offers advocacy and resources designed to meet survivors where they are, centering choice, dignity, and empowerment throughout the process.
Services are voluntary, confidential, and tailored to each survivor’s unique needs and circumstances.
What We Offer
Our domestic violence advocacy services are designed to support survivors through every stage of their journey. Services are voluntary, confidential, and tailored to each survivor’s unique needs and circumstances.
Our advocates work with survivors to create personalized safety plans and provide immediate support during times of crisis, prioritizing choice, confidentiality, and emotional safety.
When available, Our Sisters’ House may provide limited financial assistance to help address immediate needs that support safety and stability.
Gas cards may be provided to help survivors attend appointments, access services, or reach safe locations as part of their safety plan.
As funding allows, rental assistance may be available to help survivors maintain or secure stable housing while navigating next steps.
Survivors may receive assistance accessing food and clothing to help meet basic needs during periods of transition or crisis.
Advocates provide referrals to emergency and transitional shelters and help survivors explore housing options that align with their safety needs and preferences.
When requested by the survivor, advocates can provide information and referrals related to law enforcement and reporting options, supporting informed and survivor-led decision-making.
Advocates help connect survivors to community resources, including counseling, healthcare, housing, and additional support services.
Our Sisters’ House offers ongoing advocacy and emotional support, walking alongside survivors as they navigate healing, safety, and long-term stability.
Who Can Access This Service
This service is available to individuals experiencing domestic violence who are seeking support, resources, or advocacy. You do not need to be in immediate crisis to reach out.