Welcome
If you are looking for information about domestic violence or sexual assault for yourself or someone you know, please click the "Help" link on the left menu or contact ACCESS at (515) 292-5378 to speak with someone who can help.
Assault Care Center Extending Shelter and Support
P.O. Box 1429
Ames, IA 50014
Business Line: 515.292.0500
Fax: 515.292.0505
ACCESS Crisis line:
515.292.5378 or 1.800.203.3488
access@assaultcarecenter.org
Our Mission
ACCESS is a harbor for all whom have experienced domestic and sexual violence, providing a safe environment for empowerment and exploration of personal strengths. ACCESS advocates for social change, partnering with other agencies to deliver education and professional training to end domestic and sexual violence.
Our Goals
- Provide a safe environment for all people who have experienced domestic and sexual violence, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexual identity, religion, immigration status, age or ability.
- Advocate for individuals who have experienced domestic and sexual violence.
- Promote social change in the judicial, political, and medical systems.
- Partner with other agencies to promote policies, procedures, and programs to create a safe community.
- Provide education and professional training to understand and end domestic and sexual violence.
- Continue to seek resources to implement programs to achieve the vision.