Safe Voices advocates has resumed holding meetings by appointment at our offices in Lewiston, South Paris, Rumford, and Farmington. Please call ahead to set up a time with an advocate. 

All our offices are set up for social distancing, and we require guests to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status. 

Other forms of support and advocacy are available

• Our Helpline number is 1-800-559-2927.
• Support groups have moved online. To get connected, please call our Helpline and ask to speak with an advocate.

Community partners looking to connect about meetings, trainings, or events are encouraged to call or email staff and may also contact us at info@safevoices.org.

How to Help

We are committed to supporting survivors through this difficult period, and we recognize that social distancing is challenging in many ways. For people affected by domestic violence and sex trafficking, social distancing and staying at home may result in more prolonged contact with an abusive partner. It may also be more difficult to access resources and make plans for safety. 

Below is a list of our most immediate needs and opportunities to assist survivors. For any other inquiries, please contact Emily Mitchell, Development Operations Coordinator, at emitchell@safevoices.org.

• Monetary Gifts: Giving online is the most immediate and safe way to help. Donations can be made at www.safevoices.org/donate. We are still accepting donations be mail, as well: Safe Voices, PO Box 713, Auburn, ME 04212.
• Gift Cards: Gift cards to Hannaford and Wal-Mart, or gas cards, are portable and can be given to survivors fleeing an abusive situation. Mail to Safe Voices, PO Box 713, Auburn, ME 04212.
• In-Kind Gifts: Due to concerns about transmission of the virus, we are limiting in-kind donations at this time. However, we encourage you to visit our Amazon Smile wish list, where your purchase can be shipped directly to one of our sites. As people move out of our shelter, we have an immediate need for towels and household items, such as pots and pans, coffee makers, dish sets, and utensils.
• Volunteer: We are looking for Helpline volunteers to assist with our 24-hour service. All trainings will be 100% online until further notice. Contact Alyssa Coyne, volunteer and intern coordinator, at acoyne@safevoices.org.
• Get Informed: Join our mailing list to get the latest on the work to end domestic violence and sex trafficking locally and across Maine.