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A LETTER FROM THE MOTHER OF A 15-YEAR OLD RAPE SURVIVOR
I would Like to take the time and let Operation Care
know how much you mean to my daughter And I ♥
You are all ANGELS From Heaven above! You have become family to us.
All of you came in to my family's lives in the time of need. That was a painful day for my daughter and I.
We felt alone sitting in the hospital. But then walked in two angels
that opened up their hearts and hugged us and said "We Are Here For You and Your Daughter".
Unselfish human beings came to comfort my family. They have never left our side!!!!
For this you will always be in our hearts no matter how far we are.
You are ALL amazing ANGELS ♥ Thank You,Thank You, Thank You!
LOVE ALWAYS
If you or someone you know needs help, call 209-223-2897. For 24/7 crisis counseling, call our hotline at 209-223-2600.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
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Donate Online
Monthly Credit Card debits
Amador Community FoundationSet up an endowment or bequest
Donate a car/boat/plane
Donate your old cell phones or
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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 Golf Classic - June 22nd
Enjoy a great day of golf while supporting Operation Care. Bank of Amador is hosting t he tournament at Castle Oaks Golf Club in Ione on Friday, June 22nd. 8:00 am Shotgun Start, $99 Entry Fee Includes 18 holes-4 person scramble, 2 carts per foursome, hotdog and hamburger lunch, and more... details and entry form |
Self Esteem and Violence Prevention
Summer Workshop for Girls
Chrysalis...
Is a no-cost
10-session violence prevention workshop for girls to help them understand different types of violence and the roots of violence.
This summer workshop is ideal for girls age 13 - 18 who are
interested in learning about themselves and building healthy friendships and relationships.
Topics include self esteem, women's issues, dealing with anger, bullying, self destruction, drugs and alcohol, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and sexual assault.
Transportation and lunch will be included at no charge. Classes will be held Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 p.m. beginning on June 14, 2012. download flyer
FREE WORKSHOP
To reserve your space
or for more information call
209-223-2897.
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Staff Spotlights
 | Janet Marsh, Program Specialist
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For the next few issues, we will do a spotlight on members of our staff. Janet MarshJanet came to Operation Care in December 2011 as a Program Specialist. Her job is to help victims of domestic violence or sexual assault by providing one-on-one peer counseling and support services such as assistance with the restraining order process, court accompaniment and advocacy. When asked why she works at Operation Care, Janet said, "I once read a quote by an unknown author, 'I wondered why somebody did not do something. Then I realized, I am somebody'. Ever since I read this quote I have tried to live by these words. I am one person; however, I can accomplish many things by just doing. Helping women, children, and men who have suffered at the hands of others is my passion. Every day, I set forth to make a change in the world, to make a difference in people's lives, one person at a time. Janet earned her Bachelors of Arts at California State University, Monterey Bay in Collaborative Health and Human Services, with a dual concentration of social work and community health. She worked in the Monterey Peninsula area until her recent move to Amador County when we were fortunate to add her to our "family". Welcome, Janet!
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Where to go for Help
If you or someone you know needs help, dial 911 or call the 24-hour crisis line at 209-223-2600 or (800) 675-3392. Operation Care provides safe shelter for women, men, and children, as well as counseling, support services, crisis intervention, education, and referrals. For more information, to make a contribution, or to volunteer your services, please call 209-223-2897.
A domestic violence support group is held every Tuesday at 10:00 and drop-in's are encouraged. Contact Denise at 223-2897 for details.
Related web sites:
Operation Care: http://www.operationcare.orgCalifornia Coalition Against Sexual Assault http://calcasa.org/California Partnership to End Domestic Violence: http://www.cpedv.org
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