Advocates of Routt County

Founded in 1983, Advocates of Routt County has evolved from a domestic violence support organization into a comprehensive advocate for survivors of sexual assault and abusive relationships. The nonprofit operates out of Steamboat Springs, maintaining a confidential safehouse with four bedrooms and ten beds where victims can live free of charge. A cornerstone of their service is the 24/7 SafeLine, reachable at 970-879-8888, where trained staff and volunteers provide crisis support, safety planning, and resource connections. Beyond immediate shelter, the agency offers free legal and medical advocacy, helping clients navigate protection orders, sexual assault exams, court hearings, and law enforcement interviews. Their social change program collaborates with COMMA to deliver educational presentations in schools, businesses, and other local agencies. Services extend geographically to cover Oak Creek, Hayden, and the broader Routt County area, ensuring accessibility regardless of a survivor's race, nationality, religion, gender, or sexual preference. The organization’s mission focuses on empowering individuals while disrupting systems that perpetuate violence, aiming for a future with zero tolerance for abuse.