Our mission is to be a safe sanctuary, offering compassionate and empowering services to heal the effects of domestic violence, sexual assault and substance use disorders.
Each year Lafayette House serves more than 1,300 people in southwest Missouri, offering professional, compassionate and trauma-informed services for adults, children and families.
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Services Offered
Domestic Abuse
Lafayette House provides services for domestic violence victims on a residential or outpatient basis. In addition to safe shelter, we offer individual, group and family counseling, community support/case management, onsite licensed child care, children's therapy, and a full menu of support services. Lafayette House is here to help. There is no charge for safe shelter and support. Substance Abuse
Lafayette House provides specialized treatment for women and their dependent children needing help for substance use disorders. Our services include medication assisted treatment with comprehensive counseling and recovery services; family counseling and education programs; children's services, including onsite licensed child care; case management; and support services including job training and transitional housing. Treatment services are available on a residential or outpatient basis.
Sexual Assault Services
Lafayette House offers specialized counseling for victims of rape or childhood sexual abuse, as well as support groups andLafayette House Joplin MO group counseling. We also have trained advocates who respond to local emergency rooms to provide support to victims. Lafayette House is here to help. There is no charge for safe shelter and support.
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This is a non-profit agency.
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Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
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