SASS and A Safe Place have officially merged the two organizations (into HAVEN) to better serve our communities throughout Southeastern New Hampshire and those women, men and children affected by domestic and sexual violence, serving Rockingham and Strafford Counties. Our services include: 24-hour confidential crisis hotline; 24-hour accompaniment services to hospital emergency rooms, police stations, Child Advocacy Centers and courts; Referrals and information on safety planning, emergency, temporary and permanent restraining orders; Therapist referrals; Safe shelter for women and their children; Support groups for survivors and those impacted by domestic and sexual violence; K-12 violence prevention education programs, Safe Kids Strong Teens; Community presentations.
Local Programs
This page has contact information for programs that offer help/referrals to victims of abuse throughout the state. If you plan to contact a program via email, please review our Safety when using email page first.
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Please note that we list the organizations by the town, city or county where the office is located – however, many offices serve multiple towns or counties. You can click the “View All” to look through the complete list of organizations. If you are looking for an attorney to represent you in court or to give you legal advice about your situation, go to our Finding a Lawyer page instead.
Strafford
HAVEN - Rochester office
Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP)
The mission of the Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Program is to eliminate sexual and intimate partner violence. SHARPP’s mission is accomplished in two parts: by providing free and confidential advocacy and direct services to all survivors and their allies; and by offering culturally competent awareness and prevention programs to the University of New Hampshire community. SHARPP’s direct services include a 24-hour crisis line, emergency medical accompaniment, criminal justice advocacy and information, University judicial support, academic intervention, Title IX support and referrals. SHARPP also provides crisis services and support for those who are close to the survivor, including roommates, parents, friends, family members, and faculty and staff.
Sullivan
Turning Points Network - Claremont office
Turning Points Network is a private, non-profit agency offering crisis and support services to female and male survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. All direct services are free and confidential. TPN works with survivors, their friends and loved ones, service providers and concerned community members. Our services: 24 hour crisis and support line; emergency shelter and safe home network; peer support counseling; support groups; advocacy with court, legal, medical, and social service agencies; information and referrals; educational workshops; speakers for community groups, businesses, and schools; volunteer advocate training program; and Changes thrift store.
Turning Points Network - Newport office
Turning Points Network is a private, non-profit agency offering crisis and support services to female and male survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. All direct services are free and confidential. TPN works with survivors, their friends and loved ones, service providers and concerned community members. Our services: 24 hour crisis and support line; emergency shelter and safe home network; peer support counseling; support groups; advocacy with court, legal, medical, and social service agencies; information and referrals; educational workshops; speakers for community groups, businesses, and schools; volunteer advocate training program; and Changes thrift store.