Herstory of Pearl Crisis Center

For over twelve years, Pearl Crisis Center, a non-profit agency, has provided support and resources to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota.  Pearl is dedicated to increasing safety for victims of violence through advocacy support and information, working to increase accountability for perpetrators, and coordinating efforts with community members and organizations.

Pearl provides the following supportive services:
  • safe housing
  • emergency transportation
  • food
  • clothing
  • legal advocacy
  • accompaniment to hospital, court hearings, and
law enforcement
  • community resources and information
  • teen advocacy
  • help filling out and filing an Order for Protection
  • support groups
  • listening to you and believing your story

Pearl also provides free education and awareness trainings to community groups and schools.

ALL SERVICES ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND FREE OF CHARGE
If you or someone you love is experiencing violence call for free and confidential help
at
Domestic Violence Line:  1-800-933-6914
Sexual Assault Line: 1-800-522-2055

Never let the hand you hold
        hold you down