First Call is the first step to entering DAP’s therapy, advocacy, and case management programs. First Call staff can help you learn about DAP’s different programs and register for services.   

Make the First Call.

612-874-7063 x 232

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

If calling is not a safe option, please email:
firstcall@mndap.org

What to expect when you make the First Call…

  • Confidential, person-centered support and validation for anyone who has/is experiencing domestic violence, knows someone who is experiencing violence, or has used abusive behaviors and is looking to change.

  • Information and connections to community resources

  • Information and connection to resources at DAP:

    • Therapy - Programs available for victim/survivors, youth, and those who use abusive behaviors.

    • Advocacy - Intensive safety planning services for all victim/survivors. Plus, support in writing Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders for those who have a tie to Hennepin County.

    • Short-term Case Management - DAP’s team offers short-term case management appointments for clients involved in our therapy or advocacy programs, that focus on stabilization and basic needs. We also provide Coordinated Entry Assessments for clients fleeing/attempting to flee domestic violence in Hennepin County.

Referrals to DAP

For providers in the community who are looking to refer client’s to our services, please provide your clients with the First Call phone number so we can speak with them directly about services and registration.

If you have questions before making a referral, please give us a call! We look forward to working with you and your clients.