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REACH of Haywood County, Inc

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

24 HOUR HELPLINE: 828.456.7898

REACH of Haywood is a local 501(c)(3) non­-profit organization that provides aid to victims-survivors of domestic  violence,  sexual assault, elder abuse, and human trafficking.

REACH offers advocacy, emergency shelter, community outreach, and prevention education to empower individuals to live  a self-sufficient life free of violence.

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If you have experienced domestic violence, dating abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, or human-trafficking, please call an advocate at 828.456.7898 or visit our office located at 627 N. Main St, Waynesville, NC. Office hours are Monday thru Thursday, 9am - 5pm and Friday, 9am - 4pm.

If you have inquiries for our thrift store, WITHIN REACH, please call 828.454.5998,
located at 456 Hazelwood Ave, Waynesville, NC.

Crown & Thistle Tea Room

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A special thank you to Crown & Thistle Tea Room for supporting our mission here at REACH! It truly takes a village (and a supportive community) to be able to provide every service we offer to individuals and families seeking a new life, free from violence and fear, at no cost to them. - This is an amazing and heartfelt commitment of support from the owners of Crown & Thistle Tea Room! - Thank you! 

If you haven’t stopped by for a cup of tea, or would like to enjoy High Tea, all of the elegance and ambience can be found at 62 Overbrook St, Ste C, Waynesville, NC 28786

OUR MISSION


REACH of Haywood County serves survivors of domestic violence, dating abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, and human-trafficking through advocacy, community outreach, and prevention education, to empower individuals to live a self-sufficient life, free from violence.

All services are offered to our clients FREE OF CHARGE.

“At any given moment you have the power to say this is not how the story is going to end.”

― Christine Mason Miller 

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YOU ARE NOT ALONE. WE'RE HERE TO HELP.

What is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual contact by another person. An assault can be committed by ANYONE, not just a stranger — a friend, an acquaintance, a colleague, a family member, or even an intimate partner. The assault itself can take many forms. Sexual assault can include: - Rape or attempted rape - Sexual touching or fondling - Sexual threats or coercion - Sexual harassment - Revenge porn (the sharing of explicit images without permission) Don’t give up. We believe you.

What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is violence or other abuse in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation. Domestic violence is often used as a synonym for intimate partner violence, which is committed by one of the people in an intimate relationship against the other person, and can take place in heterosexual or same-sex relationships, or between former spouses or partners.

What is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.

Happy Family

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There is NO EXCUSE for domestic violence, sexual assault, teen-dating violence, elder abuse, or human-trafficking.

 

Contact Us:

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24-hour Helpline: 828-456-7898


Email: reachofhaywood@att.net

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REACH OF HAYWOOD
PO Box 206

Waynesville, NC 28786

I THINK I NEED HELP..

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"The advocates at REACH stand with those who have experienced any form of abuse. We recognize and appreciate the individual paths victims take on their journey to becoming a survivor. Each person's process is unique and important. We are committed to supporting them throughout their journey."

- Kit Gruelle, Victim/Court Advocate

WAYS TO MAKE A CHANGE

Below are some ways you can support and/or donate:

456 Hazelwood Ave.

Waynesville, NC 28786

828.454.5998

within.reachofhaywood.org

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ONLINE TAX DEDUCTABLE DONATION

SUPPORT OUR SHELTER
WISH LIST!

REACH SAFE SHELTER

Request for donations to Laura's House, REACH shelter; laundry detergent, bleach, toilet paper, tool kit.

Grantmakers

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Logo of REACH supporter May K Houck Foundation (green lettering)
Logo of REACH supporter NC DOA - North Carolina Department of Administration.
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Logo of REACH supporter RedRover; red lettering.
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DIVERSITY STATEMENT

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REACH serves as a safe space for all individuals.
 
We encourage ANY INDIVIDUAL in need of assistance, no matter how you identify, to call and/or come into our office.
 
We embrace individuals of all gender identities, races, ethnicity, nationalities, sexual orientations, ability levels, neurotypes, religions, elder statuses, family structures, cultures, and political opinions.

We care about YOU and helping you navigate your situation!

REACH can provide an interpreter or interpreting services for any language. Do not let a language barrier stop you from coming to us for help!!

Immediate Shelter needs!

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Donations request for Laura's House, our shelter, for laundry detergent, bleach, toilet paper, and small toolkit for shelter.

To have your story of survivorship shared, please contact REACH and your story will be reviewed for publication.

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If you are a victim or wish to report an incident, call us, toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 828-456-7898

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