If you are unable to call our 24-hour Hotline for help, chat with a live advocate from the Domestic Violence Hotline here.
Our Services
Mutual Ground supports individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use through education, awareness, and life changing services.
In 1974, the Women’s Development Council met at Waubonsee Community College to discuss the challenges facing women in our community and the ideation of Mutual Ground began. Mutual Ground became incorporated in 1975 and began offering counseling and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence. Since then our services have expanded to include support for individuals impacted by sexual violence and substance use.
Today our services include counseling, emergency shelter, prevention education, community trainings and more.
Our Impact Last Fiscal Year
-
21,240 Hours of Service
provided to support individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use.
-
11,509 Nights of Shelter
provided to 149 adults and 90 children seeking safety from domestic or sexual violence.
-
283 Orders of Protection
granted with the support of our Legal Advocacy Program, helping victims navigate the legal system.
-
53 Adolescents
supported through substance use counseling to help teens increase self-awareness and develop coping skills.
-
111 Emergency Room
calls responded to, supporting victims of domestic or sexual violence with crisis intervention and resources.
-
1,025 Adults Served
through counseling, helping victims of domestic or sexual violence heal from the effects of trauma.
-
52,224 Students
educated through school-based sexual and domestic violence prevention programs.
-
5,568 Hotline Calls
answered, providing support, guidance, and resources to individuals in our community.
-
267 Children Supported
with counseling designed to help end the cycle of domestic and sexual violence by providing a safe place to process trauma.
-
404 Adults Supported
with individualized treatment plans to provide guidance through the challenges that may emerge in recovery.
-
11,400 Students
educated through substance use prevention curriculums designed to encourage healthy decision making.
-
83 Individuals
completed the eight-week Nurturing Familes Program designed to help parents nurture themselves from within.
Get Involved
-
Every dollar we recieve helps us provide services for individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence or substance use. Give a Gift to Mutual Ground
-
Mutual Ground values and appreciates corporate support from local, regional and national businesses. Our Annual Sponsorship Program is a great way to make a huge difference for Mutual Ground. Learn More
-
Donations of items from our Wishlists are a tremendous help to our organization and are vital for our success! View our Wishlist
-
Individuals, families, and/or groups can support our shelter by donating a homecooked or purchase a restaurant meal. Join the Meal Train
-
Volunteer at Mutual Ground as an Ambassador or Direct Service volunteer! Volunteers are vital to our organization. We rely on the support we receive from individuals and groups throughout the year in various ways. Learn More about Volunteering
