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Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois

Violence Prevention Center offers free services to survivors of domestic violence.  

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The Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois is a trusted brand that has been at the forefront of providing safety, shelter, support, and guidance to survivors of domestic violence for over forty years. Committed to ending domestic violence in both individual lives and society as a whole, their mission is to create a community that values all its members and promotes safety and well-being. With the understanding that no two situations are the same, the center empowers over 1,600 individuals every year to recover from the trauma of domestic abuse and build a life free from violence. Their comprehensive programs, including a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, prevention education, and rapid rehousing, offer a promise of safety and anonymity. The Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois works in close collaboration with local law enforcement, legal agencies, and community resources to advocate for the rights of those affected by domestic violence. By providing the highest quality services, they strive to create a society where safe and healthy relationships are the norm. From their humble beginnings with a five-room shelter and one part-time staff member in 1979, the center has evolved and expanded its services to meet the needs of the community. They now have outreach offices, a shelter shop, and a prevention program that offers training and awareness to clergy, police, healthcare professionals, schools, and concerned citizens. By continually adapting and innovating, the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois remains a beacon of hope for those seeking refuge from abuse. They are dedicated to protecting and supporting survivors, and their commitment to confidentiality ensures that clients can trust them with their most sensitive information.

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