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Web Links

Get a new social security numberSocial Security Administration

Sometimes the best way to evade an abuser and reduce the risk of further violence may be to relocate, establish a new identity, and get a new Social Security number.
Web:www.ssa.gov/pubs/10093.html

Michigan CoalitionMichigan Coalition (MCADSV)

MCADSV is a statewide membership organization whose members represent a network of over 70 domestic and sexual violence programs and over 200 allied organizations and individuals.
Web:www.mcadsv.org

YWCA DetroitYWCA Detroit

YWCA Interim House celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2004. This program provides shelter for women and children survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Web:www.ywcadetroit.org

Michigan Dept of Human ServicesMichigan Dept of Human Services

The Michigan Domestic Violence Prevention and Treatment Board (MDVPTB) is a Governor-appointed Board responsible for focusing state activity on domestic violence.
Web:www.michigan.gov/dhs/

Michigan Women's FoundationMichigan Women's Foundation

The Michigan Women's Foundation is a leadership-development organization dedicated to nurturing and guiding young women to be successful, fiscally responsible, and socially responsive.
Web:www.miwf.org

Women's Funding NetworkWomen's Funding Network

The Women's Funding Network gives women the money and tools to transform their lives in every critical area from combating poverty to healthcare, education and human rights.
Web:www.wfnet.org

National Online Resource for Violence Against WomenNational Online Resource for Violence Against Women

An online resource for advocates working to end domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violence in the lives of women and their children.
Web:www.vawnet.org

24-Hour Crisis Hotline

If you or someone you know may be in an abusive relationship, 24-hour help is available by calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline:

1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)

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Mission Statement

Looking For My Sister's (LFMS) mission is to work toward the prevention and cessation of domestic violence through education, outreach and intervention by providing short and long-term solutions to victims and survivors of domestic violence throughout Wayne County, Michigan.