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Between Friends is dedicated to preventing domestic violence and ending the cycle of abuse by equipping our communities with the tools necessary for everyone to feel safe and equal in their relationships. To break the cycle of domestic violence, we offer crisis intervention and support services for survivors and their children that include a 24-hour crisis line, court advocacy, and counseling. To build a community free of abuse, we provide comprehensive prevention and education programs for youth and adults.

Survivor Services

Between Friends provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals and families in crisis.

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Counseling

Our free counseling helps survivors of domestic violence find safety and healing.

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Court Advocacy

We’ll explain your legal rights and options, assist with paperwork, and accompany you to court.

Prevention & Education

As part of the movement to end domestic violence, we educate a wide range of communities.

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Teen Dating Violence Prevention

Relationship Education: A Choice for Hope (REACH) teaches young people about healthy relationships.

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Education & Training

In hospitals, schools, and other spaces, we inform communities about domestic violence.

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Illinois Salon Professionals CE Training

Calling all licensed cosmetologists, cosmetology teachers, estheticians, esthetic teachers, hair braiders, hair braiding teachers, nail technicians, and nail technology teachers. Did you know that in order to renew your state license the first time, you will need one hour of domestic violence training? Between Friends is here for it! We will be offering a ...
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Reproductive Abuse Is Sexual Violence—Let’s Call It What It Is

Written by: Susan, Community & Professional Training Manager  April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.  We know that sexual violence is an abuse tactic often used within domestic violence relationships, but we would like to explore more deeply a specific form of sexual violence that is very common but rarely spoken ...
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Crisis Hotline: 1-800-603-4357(HELP) Available 24/7 365 days Email: info@betweenfriendschicago.org Website: betweenfriendschicago.org Mail: Between Friends PO Box 608548 Chicago, IL 60660
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From Agonizing to Organizing: Finding Power in Community

Written by: Susan, Community & Professional Training Manager  The other day I saw a t-shirt with these words:    “Don’t agonize…organize!”  There are a lot of realities (like the prevalence of gender-based violence) that feel overwhelming and can quickly lead to agonizing…to anxiety and fear…to isolation…rage and hostility…distrust. It is natural to ...
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Teen Dating Violence and the Harm of Public Speculation: Supporting Survivors in a Culture of Doubt

Written by Between Friends’ Community and Professional Training Manager February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the prevalence of dating violence among adolescents and look at some of the ways we can support them!   One in three adolescents experience dating violence, and the abuse they ...
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Raising Awareness: National Stalking Awareness Month and How You Can Help

Written by Between Friends’ Community and Professional Training Manager January is National Stalking Awareness Month, a time to recognize the prevalence and dangers of stalking and highlight resources and options that may be available to those who experience this frightening abuse tactic.    Stalking is defined by the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, ...
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