VSC press contact and recent media appearances. For the Media Press Contact Mary Onama, Executive Director, 610-277-0932 In the Media Victim Advocates raise awareness of human trafficking with Red Sand Project event (MainLineMediaNews) Victim Advocates paint Norristown teal to show support for survivors (Times Herald) Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Celebrates 50 Years of Advocacy (Pottstown Mercury) Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Celebrates 50 years of healing and hope (MontCo.Today) Supervisors recognize Victim Services Center Small nonprofits, service agencies feel impact of Pa.'s budget impasse (WFMZ) Small programs like rape crisis centers bear heavy burden of Pa.'s budget impasse (PennLive / Spotlight Pennsylvania) Red Sand event in Norristown raises awareness about human trafficking (Pottstown Mercury) Victim Services Center of Montgomery County promotes awareness with billboard campaign (Pottstown Mercury) Montgomery County kids learn about consent during Sexual Assault Awareness Month (WHYY) Victim Advocates in Montgomery County hold rally recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month (The Times-Herald) “Inexplicable”: familia llora asesinato de madre hispana a sangre fría (Telemundo62) Victim Services Center of Montgomery County to organize Sexual Assault Awareness Month programs (The Times-Herald) Gun violence, mass shootings spur victims agencies to action (WHYY) New laws to help sexual abuse victims in Pennsylvania (ABC27 News) Victim Services hosts a virtual Survivor Solidarity Run on May 2 (The Times-Herald) Victim Services is still available to help clients during coronavirus pandemic (The Times-Herald) Various Voices Club hosts discussion on the law and sexual harassment, assault The Knight Crier (North Penn High School student newspaper) Victim Services Center advocate aims to bridge barriers The Times-Herald MontCo launches text-to-911 services WHYY Philadelphia-area experts react to Kavanaugh's defiant defense The Philadelphia Inquirer Pennsylvanians increasingly turning to new protective orders The Pocono Record Montgomery County vigil helps people who have lost loved ones to violent crimes (KYW News Radio)

Request mandated reporter training from VSC. / Prevention & Training / Respect at Work / Respect at work™ Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious and widespread problem. The effects of sexual harassment can be severe for individuals, workplaces, and whole communities. The good news is that prevention is possible . Developed by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR), Respect at Work™ is designed to support rape crisis centers in partnering with local employers to implement a holistic approach to preventing workplace sexual harassment. Respect at Work™ differs from traditional, liability-based workplace training models. Respect at Work™ is holistic, comprehensive, collaborative, customized, and bystander-focused. Our staff works with you to schedule programs at your convenience. This training is available virtually. To request more information please email education@vscmontcopa.org . Request Program Information Anchor 1

Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (VSC) is committed to respecting the privacy and integrity of all those we service and to keeping all aspects of their relationship with us confidential to the fullest extent possible. Any written/spoken information exchanged between a client and a VSC counselor is confidential and not to be shared with any third party without the client’s permission subject to the following two exceptions:  / Get Help / Confidentiality Policy / Confidentiality Policy Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (VSC) is committed to respecting the privacy and integrity of all those we service and to keeping all aspects of their relationship with us confidential to the fullest extent possible. Any written/spoken information exchanged between a client and a VSC counselor is confidential and not to be shared with any third party without the client’s permission subject to the following two exceptions: 1. A client threatens to harm themselves and/or harm others. 2. The situation involves suspected abuse or neglect of a child, i.e. someone under 18 years of age. In that case, we will report suspected child abuse or neglect to the appropriate Office of Children and Youth Services and/or ChildLine. If you are dissatisfied with the assistance you receive, you may ask to speak with a supervisor.

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Call our free, 24-hour hotline or fill out our web form to request help now. All our services are free. / Get Help / For Survivors of Trafficking / Being trafficked causes complex trauma, leading to severe, lifelong developmental, physical, and mental health consequences. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 1-888-521-0983. All VSC services, including individual counseling, advocacy, and community referrals, are available at no cost to you. CALL 1-888-521-0983 How VSC can help you As a survivor of trafficking you might experience depression, anxiety, shame, confusion, difficulty sleeping, substance abuse disorder, and feelings of alienation. Individual counseling can help you work through trauma symptoms and toward emotional wellbeing. As a survivor you might need a safety plan. Our counselors can help you make a plan. We can help you connect with community resources, including (for those eligible), Pennsylvania's Victim Compensation Assistance Program (VCAP). For Survivors of Trafficking You are not alone

Are you a teacher in Montgomery County? This page is for you! educator resources You're Amazing! Here are your downloads. By talking about consent and healthy relationships in the classroom, you are helping every student have a brighter, healthier future. Thank you for doing what you do. Help yourself to the graphics below. Each one contains information about our 24-hour hotline and the website to ask for a callback from our staff. If you have questions about the graphics below please send an email to education@vscmontcopa.org . #MontCoBelieves Images Square shape 5 items Download PDF Google Drive Link Relationships Affirmation Deck 16:9 orientation 34 pages Download PDF Google Drive Link Start By Believing Pledge Card Portrait sized (8.5 in x 11 in) 1 page Download PDF Google Drive Link Posters About Consent Portrait sized (8.5 in x 11 in) 3 graphics Download PDF Google Drive Link / Downloads for Educators /

Free therapy, 24/7 crisis counseling, accompaniment to hospital exams, support groups, advocacy help, victim compensation and education programs. / Get Help / Get Help Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Resources No-cost services for people impacted by crime and their loved ones If you are in immediate danger or experiencing an emergency, dial 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. We are located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. We serve Victims of crime and their loved ones who live or work in Montgomery County, PA, including partners, spouses, friends, and non-offending family members, and People who have experienced crime in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, including those who reside elsewhere. (For example, if you experienced a trauma while visiting Montgomery County, you are eligible for our services.) People who have special circumstances that make VSC the best choice for them. (Call us or use the form to request a callback and we can talk about it.) To speak with a crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, call 1-888-521-0983. Interpreter services are available at no cost. We are here to help. CALL NOW ASK FOR A CALLBACK 24/7 Crisis Counseling Trauma-informed crisis counseling for victims of crime and their loved ones Counseling Trauma-informed therapy and counseling at no cost for survivors and loved ones ages 5+ Prevention Education Elementary through college age programs to teach consent, boundaries, healthy relationships and more Victim Advocacy In-person support through all phases of the criminal justice system. Accompaniment In-person support for sexual assault forensic exams in Montgomery County hospitals Education for Professionals Trainings for those who work with victims of crime, including medical professionals, police officers, and more Support Groups Virtual and in-person support to help your healing. Victim Compensation Help applying for Pennsylvania victim compensation funds

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Selamat Datang di Victim Services Center Montgomery County. Welcome to Victim Services Center of Montgomery County. Kembali / Back Selamat Datang di Victim Services Center Montgomery County. Welcome to Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Pesan untuk komunitas Asia di Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. A message for the Asian community in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Kami berdiri bersama Anda. Kami benar-benar marah pada kekerasan yang dilakukan baru-baru ini terhadap orang-orang Asia dan Kepulauan Pasifik di komunitas kami. Kekerasan tersebut tidak dibenarkan dan harus dihentikan. Kebencian tidak memiliki tempat di masyarakat. Dukungan kami tersedia bagi Anda untuk membantu Anda mengatasi dampak merebaknya kekerasan terhadap orang-orang Asia dan Kepulauan Pasifik. Kami menganjurkan Anda untuk menghubungi kami agar kami dapat memberikan bantuan yang mungkin Anda butuhkan. We stand with you. We are outraged by recent violence against Asian and Pacific Island people in our community. It is wrong and it needs to stop. Hate has no place in our society. Our support is available to you as you cope with the impact of increased violence against Asian and Pacific Island people. We encourage you to contact us so that we can provide you with any help you may need. Kami menyadari bahwa kekerasan terhadap orang-orang Asia mencakup kekerasan fisik terhadap individu dan orang tua, serta kata-kata rasis dan intimidasi etnis. Jika Anda mengalami kegelisahan, depresi, atau ketakutan karena kekerasan terhadap Anda atau komunitas Anda, kami siap membantu Anda. We are aware that violence toward Asian people has included physical violence against individuals, elderly people, and racist words and ethnic intimidation. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or fear because of violence against you or your community, we are here to help you. Bagaimana kami dapat membantu How we can help Kami memiliki saluran telepon krisis 24 jam yang dapat Anda hubungi untuk menerima dukungan langsung. We have a 24-hour crisis hotline that you can call to receive immediate support. Kami dapat mendampingi Anda dalam wawancara polisi dan sidang pengadilan secara tatap muka. We can accompany you to in-person police interviews and court hearings. Kami dapat menghubungkan Anda dengan grup konseling dan dukungan individu. We can link you to individual counseling and support groups. Kami dapat menyediakan sumber daya di Montgomery County, PA kepada Anda. We can provide you with resources in Montgomery County, PA. Kami dapat memberi Anda informasi tentang Program Bantuan Kompensasi Korban Kejahatan Pennsylvania. We can provide you with information about Pennsylvania’s Crime Victim Compensation Assistance Program. Siapa kami Who we are Kami adalah organisasi nirlaba 501(c)3 yang melayani semua korban kejahatan di Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Misi kami adalah menyediakan layanan advokasi dan konseling kepada semua orang yang telah terdampak oleh kejahatan serta mendorong sensitivitas dan kesadaran di masyarakat melalui edukasi. Layanan kami disediakan secara cuma-cuma kepada korban dan orang-orang yang mereka sayangi. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving all victims of crime in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide advocacy and counseling for all who have been affected by crime and to promote sensitivity and awareness in the community through education. Our services are provided at no cost to victims and their loved ones. Jika Anda ingin mempelajari lebih lanjut, silakan hubungi saluran telepon 24/7 rahasia kami yang gratis di 888.521.0983. If you wish to learn more, please call our free, confidential 24/7 hotline at 888.521.0983. Cara menghubungi kami How to reach us Cara terbaik untuk menghubungi kami adalah dengan menelepon 888.521.0983 untuk berbicara dengan konselor yang telah dilatih secara khusus. Layanan juru bahasa tersedia. The best way to reach us is to call 888.521.0983 to speak with a specially trained counselor. Interpreter services are available.

The Advocate III, who reports to the Supervisor of Direct Services, is responsible for providing information, outreach, accompaniment, and support services to child and adult victims of sexual assault and other serious crimes.  Advocate III Full time – 40 hours/week The Advocate III, who reports to the Supervisor of Direct Services, is responsible for providing information, outreach, accompaniment, and support services to child and adult victims of sexual assault and other serious crimes. Additionally, the Advocate III is responsible for other information-gathering activities necessary to facilitate early intervention/outreach to crime victims and their families. This position will require both in-person and remote working. Specific Duties A. Accompany clients to court, hospitals, police stations, and District Justice's offices. B. Assist the Direct Services Supervisor with outreach to the District Justice offices, hospitals and police stations and other related systems. C. Provide support services to clients such as filing Victim's Compensation Claim Forms, assisting with Victim Impact Statements, VINELINK registration, case status updates and providing crisis intervention when necessary. D. Direct victim outreach about services through permission slips by police departments, hospitals, and other community referrals. E. Maintain client records/case notes. F. Provides court orientation services to clients. G. Assist the Direct Services Supervisor in research projects. H. Provide and maintain outreach to the community through networking and meetings to share information. I. Attend assigned relevant community meetings. General Duties Crisis intervention as required. On-call evening and weekend hotline rotation answering hotline calls, providing crisis intervention, and in-person hospital and police accompaniment for sexual assault victims Record keeping in accordance with ETO and other agency data collection and reporting requirements, intake monthly reports and client number assignment. Qualifications for Position Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice or related field. The Advocate III is required to complete VSC 65+ hour Sexual Assault Counselor/Victim Advocate training. Criminal Record, Child Abuse History and FBI Clearance background checks required. Valid driver’s license, vehicle and valid automobile insurance required. All employees are At-Will employees. EOE Fluency in Spanish preferred. Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required) Salary: Competitive Benefits After a three-month period, benefits will be available (medical including dental and vision and vacation, sick and personal leave) To Apply Send a resume and cover letter to Erin-Milbourne@vsmontcopa.org .

Here's how you can request help for a victim of a crime. / Get Help / For Law Enforcement / Information for Law Enforcement Our Permission Slip Program is an early intervention outreach tool for Montgomery County Police Departments, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office, and other services organizations to help people connect people to VSC. Connecting people to VSC as early as possible can help a survivor receive emotional support as they navigate each step of the reporting and criminal justice process. How it works Organizations that work with survivors ask the individual to sign a release, allowing the victim's contact information to be shared with VSC. The permission slip is then emailed or faxed to VSC, and a specially trained victim advocate reaches out to offer emotional support, provide information about options, and share information about VSC services. VSC needs the following information to assist and reach out to the victim: Victim name, address, date of birth, and primary language spoken Type of incident or victimization that took place Date of the incident or victimization A safe phone number to contact the victim Our Contact Info Referrals can be emailed to vscmontcopa@vscmontcopa.org , or faxed to 610-277-6386 Questions? Our business line is 610-277-0932. Our 24.7 crisis line is 888-521-0983.

Statistics for FY 2026-2026. VSC provided services to 957 survivors of sexual assault and 1,343 victims of other crime. More than 1,100 people received immediate support from VSC's 24-hour hotline. OUR IMPACT > About > Our Impact > 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. FY 2025-26 1,140 people received immediate help from VSC's 24-hour hotline 957 survivors of sexual assault received services 1,343 victims of other crime received services from VSC 100 victims received in-person accompaniment by a VSC victim advocate for rape kit exams in Montgomery County 279 victims received in-person accompaniment from a VSC advocate to court hearings in Montgomery County 81 victims received counseling and therapy from VSC counselors 20 victims were assisted with filing for orders of protection from sexual violence and intimidation 172 clients received help from VSC in applying for Victim Compensation Assistance Program Funds $108,569 received for VSC clients through Pennsylvania's Victim Compensation Assistance Program Education Programs FY 2025-2026 Our education services exemplify our vision to create a world free from violence. Prevention programs provide education, awareness, and risk reduction. 733 prevention and awareness programs presented to schools, colleges, universities, senior centers and institutions reached 8,012 recipients 193 professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC 116 law enforcement professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC Request an Education Program