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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 2022-23
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.
1,721
people received immediate help from VSC's 24-hour hotline
1,173
survivors of sexual assault received services
1,258
victims of other crime received services from VSC
81
victims received in-person accompaniment by a VSC victim advocate for rape kit exams in Montgomery County
245
victims received in-person accompaniment from a VSC advocate to court hearings in Montgomery County
158
victims received counseling and therapy from VSC counselors
28
victims were assisted with filing for orders of protection from sexual violence and intimidation
146
clients received help from VSC in applying for Victim Compensation Assistance Program Funds
$58,140
received for VSC clients through Pennsylvania's Victim Compensation Assistance Program
Education Programs
FY 2022-23
Our education services exemplify our vision to create a world free from violence. Prevention programs provide education, awareness, and risk reduction.
553
prevention and awareness programs presented to schools, colleges, universities, senior centers and institutions reached 8,336 recipients
279
professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC
348
law enforcement professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC