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National Night Out Is August 7
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The "29th Annual National Night Out" (NNO), a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), will take place on Tuesday, August 7, 2012.
 Last year's National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and local officials from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities, and military bases worldwide. In all, over 37 million people participated. National Night Out is designed to: - Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
- Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs;
- Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and
- Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
(This information and more on NNO can be found here.) VSC advocates will be attending several National Night Out events throughout Orange County in order to support the local communities, inform citizens about the services we provide to victims of crime, and raise awareness about our prevention program. We are thrilled to be a part of this important endeavor. |
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Introducing Our New Team Members
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The Victim Service Center would like to welcome Syr Rodriguez and Carolina Villegas to our team of advocates. We're proud to have two such accomplished women join our organization and know that they have a lot to contribute to our continued success.
 Syr will be working out of our new office in Osceola County. She moved to Orlando from San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1992 and began working with the Florida Highway Patrol as a Human Service Counselor in 2000. She helped to develop and then implement a Victim Advocacy Program for victims of crime and their families - the first Victim Advocate office for the Florida Highway Patrol in the entire state.
Syr has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Master's degree in Education in Guidance and Counseling. She loves to travel, especially to the Caribbean, as well as watch comedy movies, visit friends, and enjoy hispanic food and fine chocolate! According to Syr, "My most rewarding moments have been those when I assisted a family that lost a loved one in a tragic accident, and I was there to make a difference."
 Carolina Villegas is a UCF graduate who received a Master's degree in Social Work in 2010. Prior to arriving here, she worked with families in the community as a therapist and believes that, "agencies like VSC are important to the overall health of the community by responding to its needs through advocacy and awareness." In Carolina's spare moments, she likes to spend time with her pets and family.
Other staff changes: Additionally, we proudly report that Rhonda Wilson has taken over the position of Prevention Specialist, while Sarah Webb was promoted to Senior Advocate. We congratulate them as they embark on these new challenges and feel confident of the outstanding work they will continue to exhibit. |
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Join Us At Sweet Tomatoes: August 14
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Where can you taste an abundance of fresh, wholesome food while raising money for your favorite non-profit organization (the Victim Service Center, of course!)? At our Sweet Tomatoes fundraiser on Tuesday, August 14, 5-8PM.
Each supporter who brings in this flyer and purchases an entree and drink will ensure 15% of the proceeds go towards the VSC. It's a delicious dinner and a charitable contribution all rolled into one! So bring a friend and meet us at Sweet Tomatoes located at 4678 E Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. |
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Did you know that the Victim Service Center collects used cell phones for recycling?
We're a proud member of the Shelter Alliance, a socially responsible cell phone recycling program that donates money to nonprofits in exchange for mobile phones that are no longer in use.
Bring your phone to our office, and we'll take care of the rest!
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Monthly Informational Briefings
Last Wednesday of Every Month
Next Briefing
Wednesday - August 29, 2012
Noon - 1PM at the Victim Service Center
Each month the Victim Service Center will be offering Informational Briefings to educate the community on our services, cultivate interest in our agency, and offer individual involvement with our mission through volunteerism, fundraising, or assisting us in spreading the word that we are here to help those impacted by crimes and sexual assaults.
By attending our Informational Briefing, you will learn about our history, our mission, services, our priorities, and our goals.
Where & When
1801 Lee Road, Suite 165
Winter Park, Florida 32789
August 29, 2012
Noon - 1PM
Please let us know that you will be attending; accompanying guests are most welcome!
RSVP - Office: 407.644.2577 or e-mail devon.hutchins@ocfl.net.
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Speakers Bureau
Are you a victim of a crime?
Are you wanting to inspire and help inform others by sharing your story?
The Victim Service Center now has a Speakers Bureau.
Mission:
The mission of the VSC Speakers Bureau is to increase awareness of all types of crime, the effects that crime has on its victims, and the need for recovery resources.
Speakers:
The VSC Speakers Bureau consists of survivors of crime, from all walks of life, who share a passion for helping others.
Members have the opportunity to share their personal stories with students, communities, victims' service groups, and others.
Recruiting Speakers:
If you are a victim of a crime, or a friend or family member of a victim, who may be interested in joining the VSC Speakers Bureau, contact our Speakers Bureau Task Force Chair, Diana Oakley, or Jody Swain, Development Director, for more information.
Contact Us:
If you are interested in having a member of the VSC Speakers Bureau attend your event you can contact Diana Oakley or Jody Swain at 407.644.2577 or you can e-mail Jody at Jody.Swain@ocfl.net. We can help you develop a topic-focus area that fits your group's presentation need.
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Victim Service Center of Central Florida
Contact Information
Hours: Monday - Friday (8AM-5PM)
Office: 407.644.2577
1801 Lee Road, Suite 165
Winter Park, Florida 32789
24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline: 407.497.6701
Toll Free: 1.866.757.2046
www.VictimServiceCenter.com
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Let us know how
we can help you
with a presentation:
Request a presentation about our services, crime or crime prevention or talk to us about developing a topic to present to your group - please call us to discuss.
407.644.2577
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Sign-Up for Our Newsletter
Click the above button and follow the prompts to join or update your mailing list information to Victim Service Center.
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Mark Your Calendar
Sweet Tomatoes Fundraiser
You can support the Victim Service Center by eating at Sweet Tomatoes on Colonial Drive during the designated hours on Tuesday, August 14. A portion of the evening's proceeds will be donated to our organization. Be sure to bring the flyer indicating you're with the VSC (see article at left)!
Sweet Tomatoes
4678 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
Support Group for
Sexual Assault Survivors
Every Monday
5:30PM - 6:30PM
The group meets every Monday at the Victim Service Center, located at 1801 Lee Road, Suite 165, Winter Park, Florida 32789.
If interested in attending please contact us at: 407-644-2577.
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Monthly Informational Briefing
Last Wednesday of each Month
Noon - 1PM
Come learn more about your Victim Service Center...
Location: Conference Room at the Victim Service Center
Wednesday, August 29
To RSVP, please call us at 407.644.2577 or e-mail devon.hutchins@ocfl.net.
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Wish List Items
Exam table
Rocking chairs
Flat screen monitors
Call the Victim Service Center at 407.644.2577 if you have questions about how to donate these items. Thank you for your consideration in helping to meet this need.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Speaker for our Speakers Bureau
Newsletter Manager
Event Planning and Assistance
Social Media/Information
Website Development
Host an Event/Fundraiser
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Creating a Solid Future
Remember the Victim Service Center when creating your legacy, or as part of your ongoing planned giving efforts.
Feel free to contact your attorney or financial planner to discuss how the Victim Service Center can be incorporated into your will, trust(s), or other facets of your financial and estate plan.
Contact Jody Swain, Development Director, at Jody.Swain@ocfl.net or 407.644.3831 to discuss how you might want to donate to the Victim Service Center.
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Central Florida
Community Foundation
(DonorEdge Portrait)
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Learn more about the Victim Service Center - visit our DonorEdge portrait, established by the Community Foundation of Central Florida - helping donors validate the organizations they support.
Click here to see our Victim Service Center portrait.
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Other Ways to
Support the
Victim Service Center
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 Use Yahoo! powered GoodSearch so that every time you search the web, money is donated to the Victim Service Center.
Get started by clicking the "Become a Supporter" button on our profile page!
The Victim Service Center is now registered with CharityBlooms.org. 8% of your purchases go towards helping VSC provide our valuable services!
CharityBlooms.org partners with 1800Flowers.com, 1800Baskets.com, FruitBouquets.com, Cheryl's cookies, Fannie May Fine Chocolates, and The Popcorn Factory.
Just remember to input our Donation Code in the promo field when you check out: CHA3195N. Or check out our new landing page here!
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"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty."
-Maya Angelou
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