SWAN – Shelter, Protect, Advocate, Assist

SWAN protects and advocates for adult victims of abuse, neglect and homelessness. SWAN offers programs and trained staff to help victims in Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Edwards, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Jefferson, Hamilton, Lawrence, Marion, Richland, Wabash, Washington, Wayne, and White counties. SWAN programs include:

• Information and assistance for seniors and people with disabilities
• ​Housing programs for victims of domestic violence and homelessness
• SWAN partner abuse intervention program
• Adult Protective Services (APS) for ages 18 to 59 with disabilities
• Legal advocacy
• Parenting groups, support groups and domestic violence abuser intervention counseling

For immediate help, call the 24-hour Domestic Violence and Temporary Shelter Hotline at (888) 715-6260.

You can also contact SWAN:

• Through its Contact Us page on the website
• By calling an office location (see the list of offices and services for each county)