Council on Domestic Violence

Established in 1977, Underground Railroad is a private, nonprofit corporation that provides emergency shelter services to the victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. It provides on-site medical care, transitional housing and counseling services. The corporation s legal staff provides assistance to individuals in matters related to child custody and divorce. Underground Railroad conducts several community outreach and court support programs. Its court support programs include assistance for victims in obtaining personal protection orders. The organization conducts several dining events for its residents. It is a member of the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network and the Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. Underground Railroad is located in Saginaw, Mich.

The Bay Area Women's Center in Bangor Twp, MI is a non-profit organization that offers crisis intervention, advocacy, and support to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. They also provide violence prevention education to the community and actively work towards social change. With a commitment to helping survivors, the center offers free and confidential assistance to all individuals affected by domestic violence and sexual assault, emphasizing that it is not the fault of the victim. Through their various programs and services, the Bay Area Women's Center aims to create a safe haven and empower individuals to break the cycle of violence.Generated from the website

CAN Council-Great Lakes Bay is an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect through education, intervention, and advocacy. Operating Child Advocacy Centers in Arenac, Bay, Huron, and Saginaw Counties, they provide crucial support and resources to children and families facing adversity. Through their collaborative approach, CAN Council emphasizes community involvement to ensure every child can grow up in a safe and nurturing environment. Their programs include forensic interviews, Court Appointed Special Advocates, and the Rolling Family Resource Center, all aimed at amplifying the voices of vulnerable children and fostering healing. Generated from the website