• Angels of Mercy, Inc.
692 N. Winton Road, Rochester, NY 14609 • 585-730-4556
Offers gently used women’s clothing free of charge to women who have been affected by such issues as addiction, physical or mental abuse, unplanned pregnancies, depression, self-harm and homelessness, or have become involved with the criminal justice system. Through its efforts, the nonprofit seeks to help women change their lives and gain a sense of purpose and dignity. Angels of Mercy also works to prevent human trafficking.
Volunteers needed. Women who like to sew, organize, and help other women are encouraged to apply. Donations of gently used women’s clothing and personal hygiene items are welcome.
• Chances & Changes, Inc.
PO Box 326, Geneseo, NY 14454
Domestic Violence Hotline 585-658-3940 or 1-888-252-9360
• Rape Crisis Service
800-527-1757
Dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence through providing safe shelter, peer support groups, individual counseling, advocacy, information and education and other services. Clients can also obtain some counseling in-house and court advocacy. The nonprofit also has housing programs in Livingston County. All services are free and confidential.
• Willow Domestic Violence Center
PO Box 39601, Rochester, NY 14604 • 585-232-5200 • 24/7 hotline: 585-222-SAFE (7233) • 24/7 text line: 585-222-7233
Dedicated to preventing domestic violence and ensuring that every survivor has access to the services and support needed to feel safe and empowered. To those ends, the nonprofit offers a safe emergency shelter for clients and their children, short-term individual and confidential counseling and support, assistance with safety planning, support groups and other services.
• YWCA of Rochester and Monroe County
175 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 • 585-546-5820
YWCA programs help women and girls who are facing homelessness, pregnancy and other crises, and their children. The nonprofit provides a continuum of housing for women of all ages and family situations who are in need, including emergency and long-term housing, a supportive living program for women in recovery and affordable apartments in the community.