Services
Empowering Survivors to Rebuild Lives
The Diane Peppler Resource Center is dedicated to providing safety, compassion, and resources to help survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault reclaim their futures.
Building Strength, Reclaiming Hope
Explore our comprehensive services designed to support survivors and their families with care and compassion.
Get Help Now
We are more than a safe house. We also offer our services to survivors, who do not live in the shelter, on a drop-in basis or by appointment. Call our main office or one of our outreach offices for an appointment.
Recognizing Abuse and Building a Path Forward
Find clear answers to get the support and resources you need.
What services does the Diane Peppler Resource Center provide?
We offer emergency shelter, crisis counseling, advocacy and referral, emergency needs assistance, transportation, housing assistance, legal advocacy, support groups for survivors, personal protection orders, youth services and groups, and prevention and awareness training.
How can I get help if Iām in an unsafe situation?
Call 911 if in immediate danger. Our 24/7 hotline is available for assistance and guidance (800) 822-1515.
Can I remain anonymous when seeking support?
Yes, we fully respect your privacy and you may remain anonymous when calling seeking guidance. If you chose to utilize our services, your information shall be confidential.
How can I support the Diane Peppler Resource Center?
You can donate, volunteer, apply to join our Board, and/or spread awareness about our mission to help survivors.
Emergency Shelter
The Diane Peppler Resource Center Shelter is a temporary emergency housing facility located in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan for all adults and their children victimized by domestic violence. Our shelter is open and a crisis line is in operation 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. We provide all services free of charge.
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While in shelter, clients receive support services which enable them to make informed choices in a safe and supportive environment. Due to the urgent nature of shelter intakes, personal care items are often provided, which can include: hygiene items, clothing, and food, to name a few.
During a shelter stay, we provide support, information, referrals, and advocacy for legal, health, housing, financial and transportation needs. The Diane Peppler Resource Center provides everything victims and their children need to feel safe.
No survivor or dependent of a survivor will be denied services because of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, nationality, disability or medical condition.
To access our emergency shelter call our 24-hour Hotline: 1-800-882-1515. Our Hotline advocates are trained to aid in the event of an emergency call. Advocates can help build a safety plan and provide information about all Diane Peppler Resource Center programs and services.
Support Groups
Support groups meet weekly on Tuesdays from 6-8:00pm and Saturdays from 1-3:00pm.
These support groups are free of costs. The purpose of these support groups: to provide emotional support for victims as they work through the effects of abuse, to provide a comfortable atmosphere to develop relationships which are trusting and caring, to provide a safe place to talk about the abuse, to learn more about abuse and its affects on oneself and children witnessing abuse.
If you have questions about locations, times, or topics of discussion please call the Diane Peppler Resource Center at 906-635-0566.
Take the First Step
Our shelter is open and a crisis line is in operation 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. We provide all services free of charge.
DPRC Service eligibility is dependent upon funding and programmatic prioritization. If not eligible, advocates can assist with information for services more appropriate to the stated needs.
DPRC does not discriminate against anyone regardless of their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, race, color, religion, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, disability, health status (including HIV-positive), physical, mental or emotional ability, parental responsibility, language, immigration status, or political affiliation in the provision of services.
All services provided at DPRC are done so free of charge to the client impacted by the dynamics of power and control. At this time we are unable to accept pets but can assist you with a referral to an agency that does.