Domestic Violence Victim Services

Personal Development Center has outreach offices located in Marshfield, WI and Neillsville, WI, where adult victims of domestic violence and assault can receive advocacy and support. Contact us for an appointment.

We offer 24 hour telephone advocacy & emergency shelter.

We Will Help You

We Provide a Free Supportive, Confidential, and Safe Environment

Develop a safety plan
Locate emergency shelter
Obtain a restraining order
Navigate through legal issues
Find other services in the community
Support Groups

Our advocates help you build skills to transition into long-term recovery

Goal setting
Housing and education
Coordination of services with other community agencies
Financial concerns and employment
Transportation
Cultural and social barriers
Special needs
Issues relating to children

Contact Us

Resources & Tools

What is Domestic Abuse?

What is Sexual Abuse?

What is Emotional Abuse?

Violence in Dating

What to do if You’re Being Stalked

Behaviors Common to an Abuser

Recognize, Respond and Refer

How to Help a Friend

Women In Search of Empowerment (W.I.S.E.) Program

W.I.S.E. is an adult education and support group for women who share life experiences as they relate to abuse. General domestic abuse information, facilitated discussion, and participant concerns are addressed each session.

Topics Covered

Legal Issues
Financial Issues
Safety Issues
How to Handle Stress

AODA/Mental Health Information
Grief & Loss
Self-esteem
Conflict & Communication

Be informed: We provide displays at area events, as well as presentations to schools, businesses, and service organizations. If you would like to have a staff member attend your event or give a presentation, please contact us.