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VSC provides free and confidential help for victims of crime and their loved ones. We are Montgomery County's only comprehensive agency serving victims of crime. Reach our 24/7 help line at 888.521.0983 or ask for a callback from our staff below. Get 24/7 Help Get Involved Give WE ARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU. We are Montgomery County's only comprehensive victim services agency. Every survivor is believed. Every identity is honored. Healing is a journey open to you. Our Services Upcoming Events Sat, Aug 22 Story time with VSC! / Norristown Public Library Learn more Aug 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Norristown Public Library, 1700 Markley St Ste 116, Norristown, PA 19401, USA Join us for Story Time with a VSC educator! We will read "Don't Touch My Hair" by Sharee Miller. Kids will up and moving, practicing saying stop and setting boundaries. This is a free, public event intended for kids ages 2-6 and their caregivers. Older and younger siblings welcome too. Sun, Aug 23 Informational & Self-Defense Seminar with Kingstreet Kickboxing / Kingstreet Kickboxing and Muay Thai L.L. RSVP Aug 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Kingstreet Kickboxing and Muay Thai L.L., 26 E 8th St, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA Awareness, education and empowerment. Open to all ages. Everyone welcome! Thu, Oct 08 Mandated Reporter Training for Faith Communities / Hybrid - attend in person or online Buy Tickets Oct 08, 2026, 8:50 AM – 11:30 AM Hybrid - attend in person or online, 2506 N Broad St #206, Colmar, PA 18915, USA Two-hour, state-approved training. CEU credits available. Attend in-person or online. OUR IMPACT FY 2025-2026 VSC's trauma-informed services empower victims of crime to regain hope, resilience, and healing, enabling them to reclaim their power and resume their daily lives, while also equipping individuals and communities with the tools to promote healthy relationships and foster safe communities. 1/1

WELCOME We are glad you are here! We are the education team at Victim Services Center of Montgomery County. Each year, thousands of children in our community learn about body safety, consent, and healthy boundaries with us. If you've found your way here, then your child was very likely a program participant in their elementary, middle, or high school. Our Programs Our programs are customized for your child's grade level data-driven designed to let kids practice setting boundaries and making safety plans Care for Kids Pre-K through Grade 3 Better Boundaries Grades 6-8 Safe Touches Kindergarten to Grade 5 Consensual Connections Grades 9-12 We Care Elementary Grades 3-6 Project SELFIE Grades 9-12 Our Team Jessica Carson, Community Education Program Supervisor (she/her) BA from University of Pittsburgh Previous experience in early childhood education Contact Info Jessica-Carson@vscmontcopa.org Our Approach Every VSC program builds confidence. Every VSC education program helps kids feel in charge of their bodies.

Available volunteer positions and how to get involved / Get Involved / Volunteer / Volunteer Opportunities Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Victim Services Center (VSC) and your commitment to those we serve. By volunteering, you can help to fulfill our mission, enlighten our operations and engage the community in our activities. If you have questions about volunteering with VSC, please call Lauren Uhl, Client Information/Grant Management & Special Initiatives Supervisor, at (610) 277-0932 ext. 228 or send an email to lauren-uhl@vscmontcopa.org . Community Outreach Volunteer Participate in community events in Montgomery County on behalf of VSC Read More Special Event Volunteer Assist the VSC fundraising and special events committee Read More Counseling Intern For master's-level students Read More Advocacy Intern Help VSC's advocacy team serve victims of crime Read More

See a list of all active support groups and ask for more information. / Support Groups (All) / Support Groups Support groups can be a powerful tool to foster your healing. If you are interested in joining a group listed here, please call us at 888.521.0983 or complete the online form below to request a callback from our staff. Caregivers of Sexual Abuse Survivors Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Survivors of Gun Violence Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Survivors of Homicide Loss Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Young Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault Ages 16-24 Free Interpreter services available at no cost. LGBTQ+ Survivors of Sexual Assault Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault Support Group Ages 18+ Free Interpreter services available at no cost. Ask for Help

Endowment: sustaining VSC into the future Sustaining VSC into the future is critical to ensuring VSC services will remain available to those suffering from victimization and ensuring that VSC's prevention education programs continue. We ask that you help us achieve this goal by directing your gift to the VSC endowment. Ways to Support VSC's Endowment You can support VSC's endowment by Including VSC in your will or estate plan Giving securities to VSC Establishing a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust Donating cash, stocks, real estate, art work, life insurance, retirement plans, etc. Making a gift online Hosting a fundraiser for VSC If you have questions about VSC's endowment or options for planned giving, please contact Executive Director Mary Onama , LMSW.

Request a visit with an educator for your school. Our educators are trained to teach ages preschool through college. / Prevention & Training / For Schools / Prevention and training for schools Victim Services Center aims to help reduce incidences of crime through prevention programs for Montgomery County schools and other community groups. Programs are designed to be age-appropriate and trauma-informed for audiences; from preschool age to college-age students. Below is a list of topics available. If you are interested in scheduling a program, complete the form below or contact Jessica Carson at education@vscmontcopa.org or 610-277-0923 ext. 232. If none of the listed topics does not meet your specific needs, please inquire about customized programs. Request a Program Child Sexual Abuse Prevention It is a priority to prevent all types of abuse and neglect of children. Below are a list of skills that can help prevent child sexual abuse. While VSC has programs designed for children and youth, adults are ultimately responsible for ensuring that children are safe. Please visit our Parents and Caregivers page to learn about child sexual abuse prevention for adults. Learning about body parts Respect for bodily integrity Asking for help Social, assertive communication skills Sexual Assault Prevention Sex education should not only include information about contraception or anatomy. Quality, comprehensive sex education should include information about sex, sexuality and relationships. If we deny young people information about sex and relationships and tell them to not have sex then this also denies them the skills and tools to make healthy decisions. VSC provides inclusive, trauma-informed and culturally responsive sex education. Below are a list of skills and topics that can help prevent sexual assault. The approach is to have discussions and skill-building activities that address sexual communication, sexual respect, and consent. We also aim to improve communicate between parents and young people about sex. Legal definitions and terms related to sexual violence (i.e. sexual harassment, sexual assault) Sexual communication and consent Respect for physical and emotional boundaries in relationships Safely taking action against threatening or violent behaviors and attitudes as a bystander or friend Responding, supporting and empowering someone Other Topics Bullying Prevention Technology Safety Anchor 1

Are you a teacher in Montgomery County, PA? This page is for you! / Get Involved / Protective Schools / Protective Schools: SAAM 2026 School Safety & Respect Challenge April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month — and schools like yours can make a real difference with just one simple action. We're inviting middle schools, high schools, and colleges across Montgomery County to join the 2026 School Safety & Respect Challenge: a low-lift, high-impact opportunity to show your community that safety and respect are school values. No event planning required. No new curriculum. Just one meaningful action — chosen by you — during April. Choose one action. Make an impact. Post It Display a poster, bulletin board, or digital slide with a healthy relationships or consent message. Materials provided. Say It Read a daily affirmation or respect message over morning announcements for one week. Scripts provided. Share It Share a resource, tip, or awareness message with students, families, or staff via newsletter, email, or social media. Templates provided. Talk About It Facilitate a brief discussion in homeroom, advisory, or a class meeting about healthy relationships or respect. Discussion prompts provided. Pledge It Invite students or staff to sign a pledge card committing to a culture of respect. Printable cards provided. Go Further Connect with VSC to schedule a free prevention education program for students or staff. VSC also offers prevention education for young children and families. Ask us about Family Connections. All materials are available in the free VSC Resource Kit — ready to download and use. Get Our Free Guide for Educators What's inside Printable Posters Printable pledge card activity sheet to engage your school community Social media graphics with empowering prevention messages Relationships Affirmation Deck for school announcements, creative arts, class meeting discussions, and daily affirmations Download the Protective Schools Resource Guide First Name Last Name Email School Send

About the Group 18+ All genders welcome. Price Free < Back Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault Support Group Call Now

Las líneas directas de 24 horas para sobrevivientes de la violencia y su familia y de los amigos 1-888-521-0983. El Centro de Servicios Para Victimas Del Condado de Montgomery, Inc. Centro de Servicios para Víctimas (VSC) es una organización sin fines de lucro ubicada en el condado de Montgomery, Pennsylvania que ofrece servicios de apoyo integral gratuitos y confidenciales a las víctimas de delitos, sus familias y seres queridos; educación para la prevención y los programas de reducción de riesgos, y la formación de los profesionales que trabajan con las víctimas de estos delitos. LLAME: 1-888-521-0983 La Oficina del Centro de Servicios para Víctimas 325 Swede Street, Segundo Piso Norristown, PA 19401  Línea de la oficina: 610-277-0932 Fax: 610-277-6386  Linea de Crisis 24-horas al dia: 888-521-0983 Asalto Sexual: 610-277-5200 Otros Crímenes Graves: 610-277-4781 Nuestra Visión Nuestra Visión es empoderar a la comunidad y ayudar en la creación de una sociedad libre de violencia . Nuestra Misión Nuestra misión es proporcionar apoyo y asesoramiento a todos los que han sido afectados por la violencia sexual y otros delitos contra la persona, y promover la sensibilidad y la conciencia en la comunidad a través de la educación. Folleto de VSC VSC Servicios Intervención de Crisis Las líneas directas de 24 horas para sobrevivientes de la violencia y su familia y de los amigos Acompañamiento en el hospital y/o la estación de policía, como solicitado Asesoramiento proporciona lo siguiente asesoramiento individual para sobrevivientes, sus familias y amigos grupos de apoyo información sobre otros recursos dentro de la comunidad Asesor(a) puede ayudar con apoyo en persona con acompañamiento a la corte y orientación de la corte comprensión del sistema de justicia penal Asistencia para la indemnización de las víctimas y con declaraciones de impacto sobre las víctimas Programas Educativos Programas de seguridad personal para estudiantes de edad preescolar y universitaria Conciencia Comunitaria (Colegio, Comunidad y Formación Profesional El Proyecto de Ley Sobre Víctimas de Delitos La ayuda legal a víctimas del asalto sexual y acoso La representación legal en el divorcio, la custodia, órdenes de Protección y otros asuntos legale

For master's-level students < Back Counseling Intern For master's-level students A counseling intern provides in-person individual and group counseling to VSC clients twice a week; completes intakes with clients; conducts individual and group sessions with clients; takes crisis hotline shifts; and participates in weekly supervision. Interns must be available to intern the whole academic year. Interns must have access to a vehicle during the internship. Training Requirements 65 Hour Sexual Assault Counselor/Victim Advocate Training Clearances FBI, Child Abuse, PA Criminal Background Time Commitment 2 full days in office per week is the minimum; hours should be flexible to meet evening time slots

Chào Mừng Quý Vị Đến Với Trung Tâm Dịch Vụ Nạn Nhân Quận Montgomery. Chúng tôi có đường dây nóng về khủng hoảng hoạt động 24/7 mà quý vị có thể gọi để được hỗ trợ ngay lập tức. Quay Lại / Back Chào Mừng Quý Vị Đến Với Trung Tâm Dịch Vụ Nạn Nhân Quận Montgomery. Welcome to Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Thông điệp dành cho cộng đồng người Châu Á tại Quận Montgomery, Pennsylvania A message for the Asian community in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Chúng tôi luôn sát cánh bên quý vị. Tình trạng bạo lực gần đây đối với người Châu Á và Đảo Thái Bình Dương trong cộng đồng chúng ta đã gây phẫn nộ cho mọi người. Điều đó hoàn toàn sai trái và cần phải chấm dứt. Xã hội chúng ta không phải là nơi chứa chấp hận thù. Chúng tôi sẽ luôn sẵn sàng hỗ trợ khi quý vị đối phó với tác động của tình trạng gia tăng bạo lực chống lại người Châu Á và Đảo Thái Bình Dương. Chúng tôi khuyến khích quý vị hãy liên hệ để chúng tôi có thể cung cấp bất kỳ sự trợ giúp nào quý vị có thể cần đến. 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. Chúng ta đều biết rằng bạo lực đối với người Châu Á bao gồm việc bạo hành về thể chất đối với những cá nhân, người cao niên cũng như những lời lẽ phân biệt chủng tộc và hăm dọa về sắc tộc. Nếu quý vị đang lo lắng, trầm cảm hoặc sợ hãi bởi bạo lực chống lại quý vị hoặc cộng đồng của quý vị, chúng tôi luôn sẵn sàng trợ giúp quý vị. 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. Cách chúng tôi trợ giúp How we can help Chúng tôi có đường dây nóng về khủng hoảng hoạt động 24/7 mà quý vị có thể gọi để được hỗ trợ ngay lập tức. We have a 24-hour crisis hotline that you can call to receive immediate support. Chúng tôi có thể đồng hành cùng quý vị đến thẩm vấn trực tiếp tại cơ quan cảnh sát cũng như các buổi điều trần trước tòa. We can accompany you to in-person police interviews and court hearings. Chúng tôi có thể kết nối quý vị với các nhóm tư vấn và hỗ trợ cá nhân. We can link you to individual counseling and support groups. Chúng tôi có thể mang đến cho quý vị các nguồn lực tại Quận Montgomery, PA. We can provide you with resources in Montgomery County, PA. Chúng tôi có thể cung cấp cho quý vị thông tin về Chương Trình Hỗ Trợ Bồi Thường Nạn Nhân Hành Vi Phạm Tội của Pennsylvania. We can provide you with information about Pennsylvania’s Crime Victim Compensation Assistance Program. Đội ngũ chúng tôi Who we are Chúng tôi là tổ chức phi lợi nhuận theo mục 501(c)3, phục vụ tất cả các nạn nhân hành vi phạm tội ở Quận Montgomery, Pennsylvania. Sứ mệnh của chúng tôi là biện hộ và tư vấn cho tất cả những người đã bị ảnh hưởng bởi hành vi phạm tội cũng như thúc đẩy sự nhạy cảm và nhận thức trong cộng đồng thông qua truyền đạt kiến thức. Chúng tôi cung cấp dịch vụ miễn phí cho các nạn nhân và người thân của họ. 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. Nếu quý vị muốn tìm hiểu thêm, xin gọi đường dây nóng 24/7 bí mật, miễn phí của chúng tôi theo số 888.521.0983. If you wish to learn more, please call our free, confidential 24/7 hotline at 888.521.0983. Cách liên hệ chúng tôi How to reach us Cách tốt nhất để liên hệ chúng tôi là gọi số 888.521.0983 để nói chuyện với một cố vấn đã qua đào tạo đặc biệt. Có hỗ trợ dịch vụ thông dịch viên. The best way to reach us is to call 888.521.0983 to speak with a specially trained counselor. Interpreter services are available. Tải xuống / Downloads 8.5x11 inch VSC flyer in Vietnamese Printable VSC flyer 4x6 Stop AAPI Hate postcard in Vietnamese Two-sided postcard to download, print, and share You are not alone Printable 8.5x11 inch graphic in English. 8.5x11 inch VSC flyer in Vietnamese Printable VSC flyer 1/4

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