"I am in a polygamist situation,
and I want help to leave."


If you find yourself "trapped" in a polygamist situation...

...by family members or members of your group
...by your sense of responsibility or obligations
...by your fear of how you and your children will survive "on the outside"
...by fear of hell and damnation...

...We want you to know:

  • We care about you and are here to help.
  • GOD loves you, and doesn't require polygamy of you!
  • We will do everything possible to assist you and your children
  • We will maintain complete confidentiality
  • You are not alone!
 

We know that it takes a great deal of courage for you to contact us. You may contact us by the quickest and most discreet means available to you:

By e-mail: contact@shieldandrefuge.org

By phone (toll-free): 1-877-425-9993

CALL ANY TIME, DAY OR NIGHT.


Just have some questions?
You may also contact us by phone or e-mail if you simply have some questions to ask or need someone to talk to. All communication will be kept confidential. We also invite you to peruse the contents of this website, as it may address many of your questions.


IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE IN LEAVING A
POLYGAMIST SITUATION
:


WHAT WE WILL DO in the SHORT TERM:

We will provide a temporary, secure short-term place for you (and your children) to stay together, and meet your basic needs of food, shelter, and security. If necessary, we can also arrange for transportation from your current location to the place of safety. Your location will NOT be disclosed to anyone.

WHAT WE WILL DO in the LONG TERM:

  • Assist you in establishing a stable, long-term living situation

  • Seek legal assistance if necessary

  • Help equip you with skills and knowledge to enable you to thrive "on the outside".

  • Provide you with Bible-based counseling, and spiritual and emotional support as you take steps to abundant life "on the outside"!

Other Emergency Resources:
(Note: These are public services, not connected with Shield and Refuge)


DOMESTIC ABUSE HOTLINE:
You may call this number for help if you are being physically or sexually abused (discreet and confidential).

1-800-897-5465


CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE:
You may call this number if you know of a child who is being physically or sexually abused OR you yourself are a child who is being physically or sexually abused (discreet and confidential)

1-800-678-9399


EMERGENCY:
If you are in an immediately life-threatening situation, you may always call:

911

 

   

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Telephone Toll Free: 877.425.9993

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