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DV Support · Ellsworth

NextStep Domestic
Violence Project

Call (800) 315-5579

Free, confidential domestic violence support in Hancock and Washington counties. Call the 24/7 helpline for safety planning, advocacy, shelter information or support groups.

Contact & access

Call (800) 315-5579

For support or safety planning, call the helpline. NextStep does not provide these services through its email or website form.

Access & privacy
Contact the service directly about safe ways to connect and where to go.
Service area
Hancock County, Washington County. Program eligibility still applies.
Listed hours
Helpline available 24 hours a day, every day.
Official website

Getting started.

Who this helps

People affected by domestic violence, dating violence or stalking in Hancock and Washington counties.

How to get started

Call an advocate. For support groups, ask about current times and locations.

How they can help.

You can talk with NextStep even if you are not in crisis or ready to leave a relationship.

  • 24/7 helpline and safety planning
  • Shelter and housing support
  • Legal advocacy
  • Support groups

What to have ready.

Ask the advocate what, if anything, a particular service needs.

Call with your questions
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About this listing

Support Maine is an independent directory. Contact the provider to confirm current requirements, hours, service locations, and availability.

Service information checked against NextStep services and Support groups and contact guidance. This is not a live availability check.

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