Connects those with limited-English proficiency skills to domestic violence information and services in the Seattle area through a 24-hour hotline and website. 
Resource listings include DV hotlines, shelters, advocacy and civil legal services. 
Services are confidential and available in many different languages. 
Additional information is provided on immigration, human trafficking and issues of concern for immigrants and refugees.

Domestic Violence Information and Assistance Helpline offered at Peace in the Home Helpline/Multilingual Access Project

Helpline and website provide information on domestic violence and where to get help in King County. Targets immigrant and refugee women who speak limited English.

Programs that provide information about homeless shelters, transitional shelters, domestic violence shelters, runaway/youth shelters and other emergency shelter resources, their hours of intake, their location (in situations where their address is not confidential), a contact number and other descriptive information that interested individuals can access on a website or in person, or by telephone, email, chat, text or other communication channel. Current information about bed availability is not usually provided.

Shelter Information Services

Programs that collect, classify and distribute information about specific topics or problems which requires wide dissemination. Included are specialized information centers and organizations that provide reference assistance for the public regarding a wide variety of general and technical areas. The centers generally offer copies or reprints or allow people to come to the facility to do research but usually do not provide telephone information or refer people to specific resources.

Information Clearinghouses

Programs that provide immediate assistance for women and men who have experienced domestic abuse which may include steps to ensure the person's safety; short-term emotional support; assistance with shelter; legal information and advocacy; referrals for medical treatment; ongoing counseling and/or group support; and other related services. Hotline staff are generally available via telephone, email, chat and/or text.

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Domestic Violence Information and Assistance Helpline offered at Peace in the Home Helpline/Multilingual Access Project