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See upcoming VSC events. Upcoming Events Family First: a Day of Safety and Support Sat, Mar 14 Greater Plymouth Community Center Meet community helpers at this free event for families. Share Learn More Shifting Spaces Art Showcase Tue, Mar 17 Innovation & Discovery Center Celebrate student artists from across Montgomery County who use creativity to promote healthy relationships, consent, respect, and connection Share Learn More 2026 Celebration of Women's History Month (SOLD OUT) Sat, Mar 28 George Washington Carver Community Ctr. Please join us for afternoon tea with sandwiches, desserts, activities, and prizes. Your tea cup goes home with you. Funds raised will support services for survivors of crime and child abuse. Share Learn More Remembering Lives, Planting Hope Thu, Apr 23 Montgomery Township Community Center A free event for people impacted by homicide loss Share Learn More

Make an online gift now to support our mission. Your support helps us keep services free. Donate Online Your tax-deductible donation will enable us to continue our vital work: protecting children from abuse, maintaining our in-person and remote services, and ensuring that our support remains free for those who need it most. Your donation will support our 24-hour crisis hotline for victims and their loved ones trauma-informed counseling advocacy help as victims of crime move through the court system services in over 240 languages hospital accompaniment for survivors of sexual assault support groups prevention education for schools, workplaces, daycare centers, clubs, and more All of our services are provided at no cost to victims or their loved ones. Every dollar you contribute will significantly enhance our ability to provide essential services to those in need. OUR IMPACT FY 2024-25 VSC’s hotline helped 1,255 people. "I called the VSC hotline at 2am and the counselor gave me peace and made me feel that I was not alone. It meant so much to me. Thank you VSC for being there." --A Hotline Caller 95 victims received counseling and therapy from VSC’s Counselors “My counselor equipped me with the necessary tools to heal and recover and the empathy and compassion critical for my growth. I appreciate the option of having a session remotely. I will forever be grateful.” --A Victim of Crime 74 victims of sexual violence were accompanied to hospitals in Montgomery County for rape kit exams "Going to the hospital to get medical exam was frightening. When the VSC advocate met me at the hospital and stayed with me through the rape kit exams, I was not alone and felt supported. Thank you." -- Victim of Sexual Assault 208 victims received in person accompaniments to court hearings “My advocate held my hand, explained the trial process to me, and helped me feel safe in the courtroom and she let me cry." --Survivor of Homicide Victim 24 victims were assisted with filing for order of protection from sexual violence and intimidation. “I am grateful for the advocate assisting me with filing for the order of protection and explaining the application and the process to me.” --A Victim of Abuse 219 clients assisted with victim’s compensation. VSC received $160,408 for victims “I was physically assaulted and lost all my front teeth. VSC’s advocate explained the crime victim’s compensation and helped me apply for it. I received financial assistance to help with my dental bills.” --Victim of Physical Assault 414 Education programs presented to schools in person and virtually reaching more than 8,219 people "My son learned child abuse prevention from the educators that presented at his school. Thank you VSC." --Mother of A Child Who Attended An Education Program

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.

Executive director Mary Onama is a licensed social worker. She has served as director since 1998. See the Board of Directors and supervisors. / About / I am a description. Click here to edit. WHO WE ARE We are the only non-profit, comprehensive crime-victim agency serving Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Our confidential services are provided at no cost to survivors of crime and their loved ones. Our Vision Our vision is to empower the community and to aid in the creation of a society free from violence. Our Mission Our 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. Our History VSC was originally organized in 1974 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania as Women Against Rape by several young women who were concerned about the lack of a sensitive response to victims of rape.  The driving force in organizing the movement to help rape victims at the hospital and then through law enforcement and the judicial systems was a college student and social services intern, Madeline (Matty) Muir. Eventually, four other like-minded women joined Matty, setting up the first rape crisis center in Montgomery County that provided victims of rape with a 24/7 crisis hotline, counseling services, hospital accompaniments for medical care as a result of rape, accompaniments to police departments and through the judicial system. They brought together the district attorney’s office and police and together Matty and her associates were able to convince these two important groups that sexual assault affects not just the victim, but, also the victim’s family, friends, and the entire community including the police. In 1980, recognizing the fact that both men and women are victims and contribute to the solution, the agency became the Rape Crisis Center. In 1985, services to other serious crime victims were added and again the name was changed, this time to Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, Inc. In the Media Leadership Annual Report (2023-2024)

Request a visit with an educator on a topic of your choice. VSC educators are trained to teach ages preschool through college. / Prevention & Training / For Professionals / Prevention and Training for Professionals Victim Services Center has experts trained and experienced staff who provide a variety of high quality and practical trainings. The training topics below are offered on site at your business/workplace or review our Upcoming Trainings page. If none of the listed training meet your specific needs, please inquire about customized training for your business, police department, organization or group. To schedule a program, please call 610-277-0932 ext. 232 or contact education@vscmontcopa.org or complete the form below . Training Elder Abuse Hate Crimes History of Victim Rights Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Identity Theft Mandated Reporting Other Trainings for Law Enforcement Personal Safety for Adults with Disabilities and Care Providers Training for Hair Stylists Trauma Informed Care and Response Trauma Informed Response for Law Enforcement Understanding Sexual Assault and Adults with Disabilities Understanding Sexual Assault and Children with Disabilities Victim Services Center Agency Services Overview Workplace Harassment Anchor 1

When you make a donation to VSC, you help people heal from trauma. You support a 24-hour crisis hotline and free, trauma-informed counseling. Support Our Work VSC is providing trauma-informed services to help survivors of crime heal from effects of victimization. Our services are vital during the ongoing COVID pandemic due to survivors' feelings of isolation, anxiety, uncertainty, depression, and grief. When you make a donation to VSC, you are helping people heal from trauma. You are supporting a 24-hour hotline staffed by trained victim advocates who can help. Today, survivors of crime and trauma feel listened to, validated, and safe. A survivor of child abuse begins to understand it wasn't their fault. A trauma survivor is learning to handle PTSD symptoms. Supporting VSC is an investment in a community resource and a safety net for people who need support to heal from the most painful experiences of their lives. Because of VSC's services, people are able to reclaim their lives. They are able to care for their families, go to school, and improve their daily function. Ways to Give DONATE ONLINE Donate to support areas of greatest need. It's safe, secure, and easy. SUPPORT VSC ENDOWMENT FUND Learn more VOLUNTEER Give your time and talents to support VSC's mission. Make a gift now. It's safe, secure , and easy . How to Give You can make a gift online or send a check to Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, Inc., 325 Swede St., 2nd Floor, Norristown, PA, 19401. (Please note in the memo of the check whether you would like your gift applied to area of greatest need or the VSC endowment.)

How to contact us for help. / Contact / CONTACT Visiting our Office We are located at 325 Swede St., 2nd Floor, Norristown, Pennsylvania, just across the street from the Montgomery County Courthouse. VSC offices are wheelchair-accessible. Our crisis hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year at 1-888-521-0983. Request Help Online If you would like more information about our services and you feel comfortable completing an online form, please provide your contact information in the form below and a VSC staff member will follow up within 2 business days.

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.

This position reports to the Community Education Programs Supervisor and is primarily responsible for assisting with the coordination and implementation of the agency’s sexual violence prevention programs for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). / Prevention Education Specialist / Prevention Education Specialist: Safe Circles Project Full-time - 40 hours/week Roles and Responsibilities Job Cate gory: Prevention , Education, and Community Engagement Role and Responsibilities: The role of the Prevention Education Specialist is to address the root causes of sexual violence in the community, to be this agency’s primary voice in the community when working toward the elimination of sexual violence, and to assist community members in finding ways they can end sexual violence. This position reports to the Community Education Programs Supervisor and is primarily responsible for assisting with the coordination and implementation of the agency’s sexual violence prevention programs for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Duties include but are not limited to, the facilitation of education activities, preparing presentations, assisting with curriculum development, and assisting with evaluating education activities delivered to schools and community groups that serve people with IDD. Additionally, this position will include direct contact with victims of crime through the agency’s hotline shifts and on-call shift rotation, which includes, but is not limited to, occasional in-person hospital, police, and court accompaniments for victims of crime. The position requires flexible availability during assigned hotline shifts. This position requires the candidate to have the capacity to work a hybrid schedule, both in-person and remotely. Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (VSC) is the only private, non-profit, comprehensive crime-victim agency serving Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. VSC was originally organized in 1974 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, as Women Against Rape by several young women concerned about the lack of a sensitive response to victims of rape. The agency’s vision is to empower the community and to aid in the creation of a society free from violence. The 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 education in the community. The agency offers confidential services that are free of charge to survivors of crime and their loved ones. Duties include: Present presentations and trainings or facilitate education activities of prevention programs primarily to people with IDD and their communities within organizations such as, but not limited to, community agencies, elementary, middle, high schools and colleges, alternative school settings, local businesses, and other agencies in the service area Prepare and deliver curriculum and presentations remotely or in person Collaborate with schools and community groups who work with people with IDD to prevent sexual violence Stay up-to-date on research-based sexual violence prevention strategies and programs and the issue of sexual violence against the IDD community Prepare efficient project reports and statistics Assist with other prevention program curriculum development and presentation Research effective prevention practices best suited to community readiness and needs and incorporate them into the curriculum as needed. Assist in identifying service area needs regarding sexual violence prevention and the IDD community Assist in developing, organizing and analyzing evaluation for prevention programs Assist in coordinating community-wide events with other organizations in the service area to build or strengthen community partnerships, and engage local leaders and stakeholders Attend training and professional development opportunities regarding the prevention of sexual violence Preferred Skills: The following skills will assist in the success of the applicant in the position: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Facilitation and Presentation skills including ability to engage and interact with diverse, including adolescents, adults with IDD, school communities, professionals and parents/caregivers Collaboration and Relationship Building Curriculum Development Cultural Competence and empathetic with the ability to demonstrate a person-centered approach Commitment to social change Crisis counseling experience, a plus Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Previous experience in a special education setting preferred. Knowledge of classroom management techniques and ability to work with individuals with IDD. Completing VSC 65+ hour Sexual Assault Counselor/ Victim Advocate Training (provided). Criminal Record, Child Abuse History, and FBI clearance background check required. A valid driver's license, vehicle, and valid automobile insurance are required. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. After a three-month period, benefits, and flextime work arrangements will be available (medical, including dental and vision and vacation, sick and personal leave). All employees are At-Will employees. EOE To Apply Send a cover letter and resume to VSC's Community Education Program Supervisor Jessica Carson, CA, at Jessica-Carson@vscmontcopa.org .

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Helpful community resources for other issues, including human trafficking, elder abuse, suicide, and domestic violence. / Get Help / Other Resources / Other Resources If you or someone you know is a victim or needs help with: CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT , please contact ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313 . DOMESTIC VIOLENCE , please contact Laurel House and/or Women's Center of Montgomery County if you are in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-7233 . ELDER ABUSE or AN ADULT WITH DISABILITIES , please call the Protective Services Statewide Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-800-490-8505 . HOUSING ASSISTANCE , please contact Your Way Home, Montgomery County . HUMAN TRAFFICKING , please contact Polaris Project. The National Human Trafficking Hotline is 1-888-373-7888 . LEGAL ASSISTANCE , please contact Legal Aid of Southeastern PA , the Montgomery Couty Bar Association , or the Senior Law Center . MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS , please contact Montgomery County Mobile Crisis/Access Services at 1-855-634-HOPE (4673). Find resources near you on their website . SUBSTANCE ABUSE , please visit the Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Referral Tool for help finding resources near you or call 1-800-662-HELP. SUICIDAL THOUGHTS OR CONCERNS , please contact the National Suicide Prevention LifeLine at 1-800-273-8255 . A YOUNG LGBTQIA PERSON IN CRISIS , please contact the Trevor Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386 . Additional information can be found in the MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESOURCE GUIDE (PDF) .