OUR IMPACT
VSC's mission is to provide advocacy and counseling for all who have been affected by sexual violence and other crimes against the person and to promote prevention and awareness in the community through education.
Services and Education Programs
FY 2023-24
VSC's trauma-informed services help victims of crime gain hope, resilience and healing so that they can regain their power and resume their daily lives.
1,327
people received immediate help from VSC's 24-hour hotline
993
survivors of sexual assault received services
1,333
victims of other crime received services from VSC
88
victims received in-person accompaniment by a VSC victim advocate for rape kit exams in Montgomery County
257
victims received in-person accompaniment from a VSC advocate to court hearings in Montgomery County
142
victims received counseling and therapy from VSC counselors
30
victims were assisted with filing for orders of protection from sexual violence and intimidation
128
clients received help from VSC in applying for Victim Compensation Assistance Program Funds
$135,536
received for VSC clients through Pennsylvania's Victim Compensation Assistance Program
Education Programs
FY 2023-24
Our education services exemplify our vision to create a world free from violence. Prevention programs provide education, awareness, and risk reduction.
428
prevention and awareness programs presented to schools, colleges, universities, senior centers and institutions reached 8,239 recipients
586
professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC
40
law enforcement professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC