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Crisis InterventionServices are provided by trained advocates immediately after a sexual assault or domestic violence incident. Services include accompaniment to the hospital for a medical exam by a certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, arrange and transport victims of domestic violence to shelter, and helping victims to access services and agencies to meet their immediate needs.
Counseling
Counseling for victims of violent crimes is essential to provide much needed understanding and support and to reduce trauma. Counseling is provided by licensed counselors, and/or trained advocates who provide peer counseling. 
24-hour Crisis Hotline-361-552-Help
The hotline provides immediate access to information and referral. Hotline personnel assist in calls for help in a crisis situation
Forensic Interview
Specially trained advocates, in cooperation with CPS and local law enforcement agencies, conduct forensic interviews with child victims of sexual assault and child abuse. This video-recorded interview serves as the voice of the child to reduce the number of times he/she must describe the details of their abuse.
Accompaniment
Volunteers and trained advocates provide accompainment for clients to law enforcement agencies, the hospital, the district attorney's office and during all court proceedings to provide and to ensure that the client's legal rights and needs are being met.
Community Education and Training Programs
Education and training is provided to local employers, community groups, organizations, law enforcement, criminal justice personnel and individuals on topics including the dynamics of child abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and The Harbor's services.
Information and Referrals
Information and referrals are provided including available resources; how to obtain a protective order; safety planning to assist victims of domestic violence in taking precautions and staying safe; and Crime Victim Compensation.
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The Harbor’s staff can provide a presentation to any organization that needs a speaker. We can give presentations on: vBullying vSexual Harassment vChild Abuse vInternet Safety vHealthy and Unhealthy Relationships vDomestic Violence vLifeskills
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!!Help us put an end to Child Abuse, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault!! |
CRISIS HOTLINE 361-552-HELP(4357)
