24/7 HELPLINE: 928-445-4673

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Stepping Stones provides 24/7/365 Advocacy Services for families escaping domestic violence and abuse in West Yavapai County. Contact our Helpline: 928.445.HOPE (4673)

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Since 1980, Stepping Stones Agencies has provided 24/7/365 advocacy services, including safe shelter, to adults and children affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of victimization in West Yavapai County, Arizona.

Advocates are always available – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call our Helpline to speak to an advocate: 928-445-HOPE

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. 

Stepping Stones 24/7 Helpline: 928.445.HOPE (445.4673)

TTY/TDD FOR HEARING IMPAIRED: Call 711, then provide our Helpline to relay service 928.445.4673

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.7233

In the Verde Valley, call: 800.930.7233

Yavapai County Victim Assistance: 928.771.3485

Stepping Stones Ushering In A New Era Of Leadership

by | October 8, 2024 | News, Stepping Stones Blog | 0 Comments

In 2025, Stepping Stones Agencies celebrates 45 years of providing 24/7/365 advocacy services for families experiencing domestic violence in West Yavapai County. Stepping Stones’ Board of Directors is excited to announce the new dynamic leadership of our co-CEO team....
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Teresa’s Story: I’m confident I can continue to be an amazing mom

by | October 8, 2024 | News, Stepping Stones Blog | 0 Comments

A note from Stepping Stones: Teresa’s story is a special feature that exemplifies the hard work and dedication we see everyday in the adults who work with our advocates. “I always thought that abuse was someone hitting you, someone pushing you. I didn’t realize there...
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A Day In The Life Of An Advocate

by | October 8, 2024 | News, Stepping Stones Blog | 0 Comments

An essential piece of serving the people who come into the shelter at Stepping Stones are the advocates. Advocates are on site every single day of the week, whether it’s a regular business day, a weekend, or even a holiday. AND advocates answer the helpline 24/7! But...
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