ADULT ABUSE INTERVENTION
ORDERS OF PROTECTION

WHAT?

• Help with Ex Parte petitions.
  A trained advocate is available to help with filling out petitions and advising petitioners about the process.

• Information about helpful community resources.

• Safety Planning.
  A trained advocate can help you decide how to reduce chances of future violence and how to get help if it happens again.

• Accompaniment to hearings for Full Order of Protection is available.

WHERE?

• Lafayette House
  1809 Connor AVE
  Joplin, MO 64804

WHEN?

• Call ahead or walk in.
  9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  Monday through Friday

WHO?

• Anyone needing help with ex parte petitions or wanting more information about protection.

YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A LAFAYETTE HOUSE CLIENT TO USE THIS SERVICE.

NO CHARGE