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HOTLINE 352-799-0657 SHELTER ADMINISTRATION |
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| Outreach Program and Services | |
| The Dawn
Center has an outreach Program to help victims of abuse who live in
Hernando County. An individual that is being abused may contact the Outreach Office or the Shelter to speak with a trained professional regarding their situation. When someone who is abused calls the Dawn Center, the first question asked is, "Are you safe right now?" If the answer to their safety is "no", then the caller will be asked for their address and if she/he wants to have law enforcement sent to help. If the caller wants to speak in depth about their situation, an appointment is schedule as soon as possible and at the caller's convenience. The caller will then meet with someone specialized in the area of trauma and abuse. By listening in a sensitive, supportive and non-judgmental manner, the trained professional will assist the victim of abuse in identifying what the options are for changing the situation she/he is in. With the objective of assisting a victim of abuse in creating a safe and secure environment for themselves and any dependent children, the staff member can: |
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 Assist in developing an
individualized safety plan |
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Explain rights and explore options |
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Provide information and referrals |
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Advocate with and for an
individual as the person navigates the various systems (i.e. legal,
criminal justice, mental health and social services) the person may
be involved with. |
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Apply for victim's compensation
and/or relocation funds if certain criteria are met. |
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| Other services offered through the Outreach office include individual counseling sessions and support groups. There are no charges for any of the services provided. | |
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