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The Center for Violence-Free Relationships is dedicated to building healthy relationships, families and communities free from sexual assault and domestic violence through education, advocacy and services in western El Dorado County.
Current services include: a 24-hour crisis line; individual counseling, drop-in counseling, and group support for victims; emergency food, clothing and transportation; legal assistance and accompaniment; a safe house; hospital and court accompaniment and advocacy; information and referrals; group counseling for those who have battered their partners; community education; school prevention programs; and training for volunteers. Over 22,000 victims have been served to date.
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1 SURVIVOR TESTIMONIAL
“The Center literally saved our lives. I wanted to leave my abuser, but many things were stacked against me. All of my family lives out of state and I had been totally isolated from my friends. I wasn’t working and wasn’t sure I could work and afford childcare. I was at The Center talking to a counselor and she told me that I was a candidate for the shelter. I left my abuser soon after and have never looked back. The Center provided numerous resources for childcare, counseling for me and my son, housing and legal services. The Center literally saved us, and we will be forever grateful!”
- Julie, Survivor
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2 VOLUNTEER TESTIMONIAL
“My volunteer work at The Center as an Advocate Counselor is the most rewarding volunteer job I’ve ever had. The staff at The Center creates such a positive work environment while we work together as a team to meet the needs of our clients. I truly feel supported, appreciated and respected by everyone. I know I have the perfect fit for doing meaningful work in our community for many years to come.”
- Cynthia Leisz Higgins
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3 COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Above are some of The Center’s Community Partners. They are dedicated supporters of The Center for Violence-free Relationships and help us build healthy relationships, families, and communities.
Here are some more of our supporters: Ken & Barbara Bossung; DST Output; Raley’s; Sue Schlerf; Serrano Associates, LLC; Mike & Judy Vonada
To see more of our community partners and notable donors go to How You Can Help, Donate, Notable Donors
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IT happens here…
IT happens in our community… IT affects men and women alike… IT happens every 2 minutes… 44% of IT happens to children… the ripple effects of IT continue for years…
But how can we stop IT …. if we won’t even talk about IT ?
Sexual Assault… talk about IT .
Donate now and help us end IT
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Latest News
January is National Stalking Awareness Month
3.4 million people over the age of 18 are victims of stalking each year in the United States. Women are three times more likely to be stalked than men and young adults aged 18-24 experience the highest rate of stalking each year.
In 2004 the Office on Violence Against Women (VAWA), the U.S. Department of Justice, The Stalking Resource Center and the The National Center for Victims of Crime launched Stalking Awareness Month. Every January communities all over the country promote stalking awareness by holding events and sharing information about this crime.
Read President Obama’s Proclamation
Please visit The Center’s stalking web page or The Office of Violence Against Women website for more information.
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