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Each year, the Domestic Violence/Sexual
Assault Program of Jefferson County helps more than 475 people transition
to safer lives. The private nonprofit corporation is Jefferson County's
sole provider of free services to victims of family and sexual violence.
DVSAP
provides free crisis intervention and advocacy to victims of domestic
and sexual violence, while working for the elimination of violence
through education and social change. DVSAP provides crisis intervention,
emergency food and shelter, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, individual
support and counseling, support groups, therapy for child and adult
victims, and maintains a 24-hour crisis line.
All client services are offered
free of charge.
DVSA
has launched a fund-raising campaign for its exciting new project, the Dove
House.
The building's first floor will have space
for the crisis line workers, legal advocacy, individual counseling, support
groups, parenting classes, administration, and other programs. Upstairs,
a one-bedroom unit, two two-bedroom units, and one three-bedroom unit
will house
families needing support during their transitions. They will be able to stay
for up to two years, pay below-market rent, benefit from comprehensive onsite
supportive services, and receive referrals to other community service providers.
24/7: Our crisis line is
always staffed
360.385.5291

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