Headquartered in Waverly, Iowa: Provides comprehensive services to victims of both labor and sex trafficking covering Region 3 (NE Iowa) of the crime victim’s area map.
Service Description: Friends of the Family provides services as the victim needs them (trauma-informed) that could include housing, counseling, medical and court advocacy while collaborating with community partners; training and public awareness around trafficking issues and safety and well-being of victims. The agency opened a location in Postville Iowa in December 2016.
The agency also provides mobile advocacy and goes to where the victims are located – primarily serving victims in the following counties: Allamakee, Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Chickasaw, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Howard, Jones, Linn, and Winneshiek.
Description of Grant Funded Services:
Located in Waverly. Provides comprehensive services to victims of sex and labor trafficking. Trauma-informed services include relocation; safety planning; shelter; counseling; medical, legal, and general advocacy; resources and referrals; crisis intervention, and support groups. Advocates are mobile and meet survivors where they are. Training and public awareness are also offered.
Service Area:
Allamakee, Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Chickasaw, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Howard, Jones, Linn, and Winneshiek Counties