Alternatives to Living in Violent Environments (ALIVE)

ALIVE provides free services to domestic abuse survivors of all genders.

Services

• 24/7 crisis hotline and text-line
• temporary emergency transportation and safe shelter, including motels placements if shelters are full or not a good fit
• individual counseling for adults and children
• support groups
• legal advocacy
• transportation

"ALIVE’s services are available to all domestic violence survivors, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ability, age, or socioeconomic means. Because traditional area domestic violence shelters may be unable to serve male and/or LGBTQ+ victims, ALIVE is unique in its ability to address intimate partner violence in all relationships and communities. ALIVE can provide many direct services to LGBTQ+ victims of domestic abuse, including crisis intervention, safety planning, Nights of Safety emergency shelter, adult and child counseling, court advocacy, and referrals. In addition to direct services, ALIVE can provide education services for community and professional groups interested in learning more about intimate partner violence and/or hate crimes in the LGBTQ+ community."

Re-certified by STLAVP as of 01/03/2024.