YOU ARE INVITED Volunteer Meet & Greet Wednesday, August 24th at 11:30 am 619 New York Ranch Rd. Open to the public We have many opportunities for volunteers, either working directly with clients, or in the background helping with our programs and awareness campaigns. All persons interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend.
A light lunch will be provided. Reservation is preferred but drop-ins are also welcome. Reserve your spot by calling Candice at 209-223-2897 or
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consider making a donation to Operation Care in honor or in memory of a loved one. A gift card will be mailed to the person you honor in recognition of your contribution. This is a wonderful way to recognize a friend or family member while providing hope to those most vulnerable in our county. | |
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3-D Cycle of Violence Project
Operation Care is preparing a 3-D exhibit for Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. The exhibit will take viewers on a virtual walk through the stages of the Cycle of Violence: Tension, honeymoon, and violence. We are looking for a place to house this exhibit. If you have an empty store front or building and would like to help, please call Tammie at 209-223-2897.
SPONSORS NEEDED
Kam Merzlak of Merzlak Signs cut out 150 life-size Purple People to represent victims of domestic violence. You can sponsor a Purple Person by making a $20 donation to Operation Care. Just make a note that your contribution is for the Purple People. Your name will be recognized in the October newsletter unless otherwise noted.
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Our Programs and Staff
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Top Row (L-R): Linda, Janet, Karen, Dezi, Denise, Angie.
Bottom Row: Tammie, Candice, Ashley
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Our talented and dedicated staff is always busy with projects and programs and we thought you might like to know what we do!
- Linda Crabtree, Shelter Specialist, has been continuously working with the Safehouse clients. Linda joined our staff in December of 2010. Since that time she has made our safehouse into a warm, inviting home.
- Janet Marsh, Program Specialist, is currently facilitating a Rural Economic Empowerment group. This five week financial literacy course allows domestic violence victims to understand financial abuse and how to empower themselves to become financially independent.
- Carol Kinsey, Volunteer, works 24 hours a week in the office. She received her domestic violence/sexual assault certification earlier this year. She has been a great asset to Operation Care staff, filling in whenever needed.
- Dezi Valadez, Prevention Outreach Specialist, has partnered up with ATCAA's Friday Night Live program during the school year to promote healthy relationships at various schools in Amador County. She has also facilitated an eight week summer Chrysalis group for teen girls who discussed numerous topics including healthy relationships and self-esteem.
- Denise Abel, Program Specialist, is currently facilitating a Domestic Violence group for women held every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
- Angie Murchison, Fiscal Coordinator, is responsible for the financials and grants of Operation Care.
- Tammie Crabtree, Interim Executive Director, is responsible for the agency, its programs, public relations, and staff.
- Candice Jayne, Volunteer Coordinator, is working on a volunteer program to incorporate more volunteers into Operation Care.
- Ashley Carnicello, Shelter Coordinator, oversees the Safehouse programs and property. She also provides ongoing Making the Peace and Cage Your Rage curriculum to youth who may have anger management issues.
- Harlan Snooks, Custodian (not in photo), constantly brings a positive energy to Operation Care. He works two days a week as a custodian at the Operation Care office and is always in a great mood! We are grateful to have him as a part of our team.
If you are interested in participating in any of our programs, volunteering, or having a presentation for your business or group, call 223-2897.
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Graduates of Financial Empowerment Program
 The Rural Economic Empowerment Program (REEP) class is coming to an end. Click here and read the article "Empowering Families to Thrive" for more about the REEP Program. The first class had eight participants who completed all five modules. The second session is coming to a close this week, and has five participants. "I love teaching this class and giving survivors valuable resources to financial empowerment", said Janet Marsh, program specialist for Operation Care. "Financial empowerment is so important for survivors of domestic violence because many believe that there are no resources for them to become independent".
The participants really enjoy the class and learn a lot of valuable information. Some of the feedback received include:
- "I never knew there were resources for me to go to school."
- "Wow I can get scholarships for being a domestic violence survivor."
- "I need to pull my credit report and see what is on it to make sure it is mine."
- "I always thought that I had to prove that something on my credit report was mine, not that the creditor had to prove it was mine"
- "I started using the budget tools and I am sticking to it."
- "Thank you for the class, I now feel like I can get out of my financial situation, I feel empowered."
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