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Assistance for Survivors of Intimate Partner Domestic Violence

YWCA Spokane's Wednesday housing walk-in hours have moved this week to Friday 4/3

Advocacy & Assistance

This service is for survivors who are in need of housing or rental related assistance due to intimate partner domestic violence. We provide advocacy, resource navigation, safety planning, and education on housing issues for survivors.

Access Services

Note: Our financial assistance is restricted to currently available funds. Support is tailored to each individual’s circumstances as best we can and cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for understanding.

Walk-in Hours

  • Available
    • Monday from 9:00am - 11:00am
    • Wednesday from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Go to 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201
  • Those we aren't able to serve during this time will be called the same week to discuss housing options

Qualifications

  • Survivors (with or without dependents) who have a housing need or concern related to a recent intimate partner violence incident
  • Households seeking financial assistance must be at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI for their family size). Additional restrictions around rent limits may also apply.
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Important Resources

Find a Shelter

If you or someone you love is in immediate need of a shelter, visit Shelter Me Spokane, a site updated with the current status of local shelters.

Survivors of intimate partner violence who are actively fleeing an abusive relationship can call YWCA Spokane's 24hr helpline at 509-326-2255. 

Housing Resources

To help manage housing and shelter needs, the City has created a coordinated entry to services.

To learn more about the different types of housing support services, where services are located, and how to access them, click below. 

Income Limits

To qualify for financial assistance, households must have 80% or less of area median income (AMI).

AMI is the midpoint income for the local area. It is determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and means that half of the people earn more than the median, and half of the people earn less.

AMI Chart

FAQs

I’m behind on my rent or I need help moving into a new place, can you provide me with assistance?

I need a place to go tonight, can you help me?

I am currently in the middle of my lease but it’s no longer safe for me to stay where I am. Can you help me get out of my lease?

I would like a Section 8 voucher. Can you give me one?

I'm a landlord and I don't know who to reach out to about my question/concern.

Der Blog

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A First Step Toward Safety

First Step Fridays is a new weekly legal clinic designed to support survivors of intimate partner domestic violence access the support they need and deserve.

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The Reality of Hoteling for Survivors

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Veranstaltungen

März 16, 2026 Apr. 16 @ 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

DV 101-Schulung: Erkennen. Reagieren. Weiterleiten.

Learn about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and YWCA Spokane’s services at this free, virtual training on April 16th at 2:00pm.

März 4, 2026 Mai 7 @ 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

YWCA Spring Impact Tour

Come tour YWCA Spokane to learn more about how we provide safety, hope, and healing for those we serve.

Feb. 26, 2026 Juni 1 @ 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

DV 101-Schulung: Erkennen. Reagieren. Weiterleiten.

Learn about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and YWCA Spokane’s services at this free, virtual training on June 1st at 10:00am.