At Cornerstone, we’ll meet you where you are at without judgement and will help you explore your options. We understand that each person’s story, their experience and their needs are different.
You are brave in reaching out for help. When you’re ready to contact Cornerstone, our advocates will listen and provide support and resources to empower you to make the best decision for yourself and your family. Our trauma-informed services are comprehensive and can help with the immediate crisis and with its lasting impacts. Ultimately, we want you to be safe and to know your options to move forward and meet your goals.
Contact us at 952.884.0376 to schedule an appointment with a Cornerstone advocate. Spoken and ASL interpreters are available for all of our services.
Cornerstone’s Services
Minnesota Day One Crisis Line
Cornerstone’s Day One Call Center hosts Minnesota’s 24/7 hotline and text line that provides support for victims / survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking. You can talk to an advocate over the phone, via text, by email or in an online chat at any time for support, to ask questions or to be connected to the Minnesota service or agency that’s closest to you. Contact the Minnesota Day One Crisis Line for options and immediate access to safe housing and other resources.
Minnesota Crime Victim Support Line
Cornerstone’s Day One Call Center hosts Minnesota’s 24/7 support line and text line for victims of crime. You can talk to an advocate at any time over the phone, via text, by email or in an online chat to ask questions and get support, resources and referrals throughout Minnesota.
Safe Housing and Crisis Support
Cornerstone’s emergency shelter is a safe place for adults and their children escaping a dangerous or escalating situation at home.
While in our emergency shelter, all of your basic needs will be met and you will have access to all of Cornerstone’s programming. We may also be able to foster your pet at an undisclosed location to keep them safe too.
Services for Adults
To access any of our services listed below, contact us at 952.884.0376 to schedule an appointment or speak to an advocate.
Individual Advocacy
Our advocates are available by appointment to meet with you individually to discuss your situation and next steps, including creating a safety plan. Our work together can include discussing your current concerns such as safety, housing and finances and identifying resources at Cornerstone or other agencies we partner with to get you what you need. Our youth advocates can meet with your children for age-appropriate support to help them cope with the violence they have witnessed and to learn about safe, healthy relationships. We also have specialized services for sexually-exploited youth.
Support Groups
Cornerstone’s support groups are designed to facilitate a sense of community with other survivors. We offer a variety of in-person and online support groups for victims / survivors of domestic violence and sexual violence. A specialized support group for senior survivors of domestic violence is available. Please note that support group availability and formats vary throughout the year.
Help with Housing, Finances and Finding a Job
Our advocates are available to help you find housing, search for a job and to learn strategies to be financially stable. We know that the ability to leave your abuser and to stay safe is often tied to financial independence. We can help you make a plan.
Financial Planning/Economic Education
Cornerstone offers support to you as you work to create a financial plan for you and your family. We can meet with you individually and support you as you attend a series of financial classes or workshops to help you manage your finances, create a budget, understand credit and learn about banking and investing. Workshops take place at Cornerstone offices, partner agencies and online via Zoom.
Therapy
Cornerstone’s licensed therapists have expertise in helping adults and children and youth 6-17 explore and work through a variety of issues, and do so through creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can begin to overcome life’s challenges and live your authentic life. People come to us after experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking or general crime, and our therapy team uses collaborative, strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches as they listen, assist and support you with gaining insight into your life to achieve a sense of well-being. Our therapists believe in joining you wherever you are at in your journey and identifying goals that we can work together to achieve. We can help you with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, grief and loss, relationship concerns, processing through difficult life transitions and disrupted family functioning. Therapy is offered on an affordable sliding fee scale at our Bloomington location or via teletherapy.
Legal Advocacy
Navigating the legal system can be overwhelming for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking. Cornerstone’s advocates can provide support and help guide you through the process. Our team can help you create a safety plan, assist with drafting a protective order and provide court accompaniment. While we are not attorneys, we provide support during civil court cases, criminal court cases and family court cases.
Specialized Support for Victims of Crime
If you, your family or your community has been affected by crime and violence, we may be able to help through support, resources and access to financial resources. Our full range of advocacy and crisis intervention is available for those who’ve experienced burglary, identity theft, homicide, robbery, fraud, auto theft, hate crimes and many other crimes.
Services for Children and Youth
To access any of our services listed below, contact us at 952.884.0376 to schedule an appointment or speak to an advocate.
Youth Advocacy
We know that violence can leave lasting effects on children and youth. Cornerstone offers a safe environment for children to increase their awareness about violence, express their emotions and learn healthy coping strategies. Cornerstone also provides prevention and advocacy for sexually exploited or at-risk youth and is a safe place to share stories, receive support and explore resources.
Support Groups for Youth
Cornerstone’s youth support groups are a great way for children and youth to build trust and share feelings with peers who understand and may have a similar shared experience. Additional activities for youth, such as peer education groups, recreational activities and leadership opportunities are also available.
In-School Services for Students
Cornerstone’s School-based Services Program staff are in more than 20 schools in suburban Hennepin County, speaking with thousands of students each year and offering classroom education and individual support on the topics of dating violence, bullying, cyber-bullying, unhealthy anger, sexting, harassment and sexual violence. Learn more
Parenting and Early Childhood
Experiencing or witnessing violence and abuse at home has a lasting impact on kids. Parents learn strategies for parenting children of all ages who have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences. Cornerstone’s advocates provide special activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
Therapy
Cornerstone’s therapists provide assessment, treatment and support for children and youth ages 6-17 and their families who have been impacted by abuse. The focus of their work is to help children process traumatic events and provide healthy coping skills to assist with the healing journey.
Cornerstone has served victims / survivors of relationship violence in the Twin Cities for nearly 40 years with offices in Bloomington, Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center. Our comprehensive programs for domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking victims / survivors are available to anyone seeking help. Contact us at 952.884.0376 to schedule an appointment with a Cornerstone advocate.
