Advocacy Services

Safe Place provides services and resources to help our clients find courage, strength, and independence.

Sexual Assault Advocacy

Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota has trained advocates who provide nonjudgmental support for the victim/survivor. Advocates also aid with protection orders, referrals for medical counseling, social and legal services, employment and education referrals, and transportation to flee the area or for employment and housing search. Advocates also provide companionship to the hospital for documentation of assault and assistance with police reports.

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Protection Order Assistance

Advocates can assist with the protection order form, filing the protection order at the courthouse, and can accompany you to the proceeding. If you need a protection order, call us: 605-996-2765

Get help with a protection order

Safety Planning

If you are in an abusive relationship, an advocate can walk through your situation and devise the best safety plan for you. Please call us for more information: 605-996-2765

Start your plan

Safe Place Survivor Stories

“When I met my boyfriend, I had a degree and a good job. He was charming and sweet, and he helped manage my depression and anxiety. But after he took charge of my medication refills and doses, I began to struggle more and eventually lost my job. He ridiculed me, verbally abused me, and even locked me in my bedroom.

“One day, I escaped when he was away. I was found wandering the streets. After an ER visit, mental health support, and some recovery time, I knew I had to leave town, so I called Safe Place in Mitchell. An advocate picked me up at the bus station. From there, I was able to make a plan in a safe environment. Safe Place helped me leave the state and go to my parents’ home to get back on my feet.”

-Christine