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A.S.H.E. provides services and support for victims of family violence and sexual assault. Services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, emergency cell phones, shelter for families in crisis, court advocacy and accompaniment, information and referral, victim support groups,
educational programs and training.
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Family Violence: Are you being abused?
Does the person you love: |
- "Track" your time?
- Accuse you of being unfaithful?
- Discourage relationships with family and friends?
- Prevent you from working or attending school?
- Criticize you for little things?
- Anger easily when drinking or taking drugs?
- Control money and force you to account for what you spend?
- Humiliate you in front of others?
- Destroy personal property or sentimental items?
- Hit, punch, slap, kick, or bite you or your children?
- Use or threaten to use a weapon against you?
- Force you to have sex when you say no?
If any of this is happening to you, you may be in an abusive relationship. |
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| Other Types of Violence:
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Child Abuse
Child abuse includes: physical violence, neglect, risk of serious injury, use of child for sex act or prostitution, or placing child in a situation that can cause serious emotional trauma or damage. If you suspect a child under the age of 18 is being abused or neglected, you are required by law to report your suspicions to the Department of Social Services. An individual who makes a report in "good faith" is protected from civil and criminal liability. You can report without anyone knowing who you are. |
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Elder Abuse
Elder abuse includes: physical violence, emotional abuse, threats, misuse or withholding of their money, verbal abuse, neglect, or violation of privacy and basic rights. Elder abuse is often done by a relative or caregiver. Many victims are ashamed, unable to report, or afraid of what may happen if they do report. If you suspect an elderly person is being abused, contact the Department of Social Services. |
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A Safety Plan For You
Hide these things for easy access: - Cash, as much as possible
- Extra car and house keys
- Extra clothing for you and your children
- Sentimental valuables
- Copies of important documents: birth certificates, marriage license & etc.
- Copies of important numbers: bank accounts, insurance policies social security numbers(his, yours, and children), prescriptions, credit cards, phone numbers
- Have a destination in mind
- Tell a trusted friend about your plan.
- Call 982-8851
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Phone Numbers for Help
| Crisis Line .......................................................... |
246-5430 |
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| A.S.H.E. .............................................................. |
982-8851 |
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| Department of Social Services ........................ |
219-2700 |
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| Ashe County Sheriff/Highway Patrol................. |
219-2600 |
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| West Jefferson Police Department .................. |
246-9410 |
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| Jefferson Police Department ............................ |
246-9368 |
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| Ashe Memorial Hospital .................................... |
846-7101 |
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| New River Behavioral Health Care .................. |
246-4542 |
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| Legal Aid of NC ................................................. |
1-800-849-5666 |
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| Ashe County Health Department ..................... |
246-9449 |
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| Ashe County Public Housing ............................ |
846-8877 |
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Threads of HOPE Thrift Store
"Shop to Stop Domestic Violence"
Phone: 246-HOPE (4673)
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 am - 5pm
Saturday - 10am - 3pm
Location: 643 S Main St. Jefferson
(Between the towns, next door to Truck Toys |
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Threads of HOPE Thrift Shop sales clothes for the entire family & quality household items. There's a new find everyday!!!
The Thrift Shop is currently accepting donations of lightly used clothing (men's, women's & children's) and household items to sell. Please contact Threads of HOPE if you would like more information about our shop, donations, or volunteer opportunities.
Proceeds from Threads of HOPE benefits Monica's Haven our Domestic Violence shelter. All Donations are Tax Deductible. |
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