Women's Information Service, Inc.
W.I.S.E.
PO Box 1249
Big Rapids, MI 49307
ph: 231-796-6600
alt: 800-374-WISE (9473)
Services
Below are the services we provide to our clients.
Residential Programs
- 24-hour emergency shelter for individuals and families
- Individual and group counseling
- Children's program
- 24-hour emergency shelter for individuals and families
Non-residential Programs
- 24-hour crisis line
- Individual and group counseling
- Outreach offices in Newaygo, Mecosta and Osceola counties
Advocacy and Support Services
- Legal - Accompaniment to court, support through the legal process
- Housing - Help finding permanent housing
- Hospital - Support through medical procedures
- Pattern changing program
- Parenting classes
- Support groups
- Therapy for victims and survivors of sexual assault
ADVOCACY
Victims (child and adult) often fail to report because of the fear that disclosure will bring consequences even worse than being victimized again. The victim may fear consequences from the family, feel guilty for consequences to the perpetrator, and may fear subsequent retaliatory actions from the perpetrator. Community agencies may not see the reasons behind the fear, but an advocate is trained to dig deeper and provide support.WISE Shopper Resale Shop
Affordable clothing and household itemsAlternatives to Violence
Court-ordered program offered on a sliding scale for perpetrators convicted of domestic assaultCommunity Awareness
Presentations to local agencies, schools and groupsVolunteer Program
WISE is always looking for dedicated volunteers to help support our agency. Volunteers can provide transportation, assist with group activities, sponsor clothing/food drives and much more. Crisis volunteers can also provide support to clients through the crisis line and in person at local hospitals. All volunteers must complete training and have a criminal background check. For more information on this program, please call 231-796-6600, ext. 142
Volunteer Program
WISE is always looking for dedicated volunteers to help support our agency. Volunteers can provide transportation, assist with group activities, sponsor clothing/food drives and much more. Crisis volunteers can also provide support to clients through the crisis line and in person at local hospitals. All volunteers must complete training and have a criminal background check. For more information on this program, please call 231-796-6600, ext. 142
If you are, or someone you know is in immediate danger, CALL 911.
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PO Box 1249
Big Rapids, MI 49307
ph: 231-796-6600
alt: 800-374-WISE (9473)
