July 12, 2008
You
are Not Alone...
You do not have to go through
this alone. Reach out for help to a minister, counselor
or ACVAP. Talking with a victim advocate can help
you understand your feelings.
NO ONE deserves to be abused or assaulted. You did
nothing to deserve abuse. You are a victim of a violent
crime. You need not feel ashamed, guilty or embarrassed
to ask for support.
The Archuleta
County Victim Assistance Program (ACVAP) is a private
nonprofit organization. Our primary mission is to assist
victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. We
work to ensure victims rights are exercised and needs
met.
Through the support of grants,
donations, fund-raising efforts and volunteers ACVAP
provides the following services:
- Immediate crisis intervention available
24 hours a day by an advocate trained to listen and
provide support. After hours phone number is 264-2131.
- Court Advocate to explain the criminal
justice system and assist with civil restraining
orders.
- Emergency transportation to safe
shelter. Shelter provided by the SW Safehouse.
- Advocates to assist with other
community agencies and supportive organizations.
- Information and referrals.
- Speakers and trainers to provide
community education.
If you or
someone you care about is has suffered from Domestic
Violence and/or Sexual Assault,
call Archuleta County Victim Assistance Program at
264-9075 or 264-2131.
We do not
discriminate against those with disabilities, gender,
sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age
or income level.
All
services are free and confidential
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