First Step was incorporated in 1977 as a shelter for victims of family violence. Today, their mission has expanded to include services to victims of sexual assault, including an abuse prevention program. First Step also owns the First Step Family Store that offers clothing and household items to their clients at no charge and is open to the public.
First Step's services include:
Emergency Shelter
Crisis Hotline
Confidential Counseling, both individual and group
Accompaniment through the legal system or hospital
Parenting education
Information, referrals and advocacy
Emergency transportation
Food and clothing