YWCA Great Falls is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
What We Do
YWCA Great Falls, through the Mercy Home Shelter Program, offers comprehensive emergency services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, providing immediate safety, support, and resources to help individuals escape dangerous situations and take the first steps toward rebuilding their lives free from violence. YWCA offers counseling and support groups, outreach and education for racial justice and civil and human rights issues, female empowerment, and justice for minorities in our community.
Our Programs
YWCA Great Falls provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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Emergency Services
24-hour secure shelter, 24/7 crisis line, and hospital accompaniment for sexual assault victims
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Case Management
We offer personalized support and connect survivors with vital resources, safety planning, and education empowering them to define and pursue their vision for the future
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Legal Support
YWCA Great Falls offers legal advocacy to help individuals navigate temporary restraining orders, parenting plans, divorce, and related matters by providing guidance and support—not legal representation.
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Counseling
YWCA Great Falls provides compassionate counseling and supportive group services to help individuals heal, grow, and thrive. Our counselors empower their clients by respecting the client’s autonomy and honoring their strength and dignity.
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Support Group
This interactive group provides a safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental space for survivors to connect, heal, and access the support they need facilitated by a licensed counselor. It's a place where survivors can share their experiences, emotions, and ideas, knowing they are not alone.
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Y's Buys
By shopping at and/or donating to the Y's Buys Thrift Store, you directly support our programs and services while providing Mercy Home participants with the opportunity to shop, using free vouchers, for the items they need to rebuild their lives.
Reach Out ↘
YWCA Great Falls provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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I Need Help
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault, please call the YWCA Great Falls 24-hour crisis line to connect with an advocate.
24-Hour Helpline
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I Want To Help
YWCA Great Falls is always seeking dedicated individuals from diverse backgrounds who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve—consider volunteering or becoming part of our team!
Community Impact ↘
YWCA Great Falls provides emergency services and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. We offer safe shelter and support services to help individuals break free from the cycle of violence.
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245 Adults and 105 Children
received 5,401 nights of emergency shelter at the Mercy Home.
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2,478 Adults and Children
who participated in YWCA Great Falls’ domestic violence program received advocacy and support services.
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1048 Calls
answered by our free and confidential 24/7 crisis line.
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1193.66 Hours
of individual counseling were provided through YWCA Great Falls.
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213 Youth
received counseling services at YWCA Great Falls.
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318 Sexual Assault Victims
were provided with YWCA Great Falls’ advocacy, support, and counseling services.
