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New Colposcope for Treatment Center
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The VSC's new colposcope has arrived, and there's at least one person that couldn't be happier. "I love it and can't wait to use it," said SANE Coordinator Judy Bednar.
The colposcope will be housed in our Sexual Assault Treatment Center and will make forensic collection after a victimization all the easier. Among its many benefits are ease of operation, unobstructed view, continuous auto focus, high resolution images, and the ability to capture images remotely.
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 We need sports bras and stretchy or loose-fitting women's pants or shorts. All sizes are appreciated. In a forensic investigation, sexual assault survivors lose personal items when they are taken into custody for evidence.
Each year, we at the Victim Service Center collect clothing for victims to wear home. We are seeking emergency donations of new items to ensure that each client we see at our Sexual Assault Treatment Center has comfortable clothing to wear after an exam. In the midst of her trauma, this one extra step goes a long way.
Please consider donating a pair of new pants or shorts or new sports bras to the Victim Service Center today. Thank you for your continued support. Donations can be dropped off at our administrative office:
Victim Service Center of Central Florida, Inc.
2111 E Michigan St, Ste 210
Orlando, FL 32806
(407) 254-9415
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Please Join the Victim Service Center
for Our Winter Open House
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
10AM - Noon
* Tour our new office
* Enjoy light refreshments
* Learn about our services
* Visit with other friends of the VSC
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Highlights from the Benefit Show on November 9
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We want to give a huge THANK YOU to Nicolette Shurba, a student at the University of Central Florida, who conceived and organized a benefit concert for us with 4 great bands on November 9 at Stardust Video & Coffee. She came up with the idea, found a venue, booked the bands, and rallied the troops to come out and support us.
If you want to host an event on our behalf, let us know! We will try to work with you to put your dream into action. Call us at (407) 254-9415.
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Nicolette Shurba, the event's organizer, collected $200 on behalf of the Victim Service Center!
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It Runs In Our Blood performs at Stardust Video & Coffee.
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Help Us Win $500 By Donating Your Cell Phone Today!
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 For each 10 cell phones we collect through December 31, the Victim Service Center will receive one entry into the Shelter Alliance's $500 giveaway. Help us enter to win by donating your old cell phones at our office today! |
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December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month
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December has been designated National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
In President Obama's official proclamation last year, he stated, "All of us have the power to effect change and work to end drunk, drugged, and distracted driving in America. In our homes and communities, we can engage our youth and discuss the consequences of drug and alcohol abuse. In our clinics and hospitals, health care providers can redouble their efforts to recognize patients with substance abuse problems and offer medical intervention. And in governing bodies across our country, State and local officials can explore new legal actions that will hold drugged drivers accountable and encourage them to seek treatment. As we come together with our loved ones this holiday season, let us renew our commitment to drive safely, act responsibly, and live drug-free."
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You can see these pictures and more when you visit our Facebook page!
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Monthly Informational Briefings
Last Wednesday of Every Month
NOTE: There will NOT be a briefing this December
Next Briefing
Wednesday - January 30, 2013
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
2111 E Michigan St, Suite 210
Orlando, Florida 32806
January 30, 2013
Noon - 1PM
Space is limited; please let us know if you will be attending.
RSVP - Office: (407) 254-9415 or e-mail devon.hutchins@ocfl.net.
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Victim Service Center of Central Florida
Contact Information
Hours: Monday - Friday (8AM-5PM)
Office: (407) 254-9415
2111 E Michigan St, Suite 210
Orlando, Florida 32806
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) 254-9415
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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
Sexual Assault Survivors
Every Monday
5:30PM - 7:00PM
The group meets every Monday at the Victim Service Center, located at 2111 E Michigan St, Suite 210, Orlando, Florida 32806.
If interested in attending please contact us at: (407) 254-9415.
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WHAT? Meeting
If you're a victim of crime, come learn about our services and what happens after your victimization.
Meetings occur every Tuesday at the Victim Service Center, located at 2111 E Michigan St, Suite 210, Orlando, Florida 32806.
If interested in attending please contact us at: (407) 254-9415.
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Support Group for Young Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Every Thursday
5:30PM - 6:30PM
The group meets every Thursday at the Victim Service Center, located at 2111 E Michigan St, Suite 210, Orlando, Florida 32806.
If interested in attending please contact us at: (407) 254-9415.
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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, January 30
To RSVP, please call us at
(407) 254-9415 or e-mail devon.hutchins@ocfl.net.
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VSC Open House
Wednesday, December 19
10AM - Noon
Visit us at our new office during our Winter Open House. Light refreshments will be served.
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Ride to Reach
Saturday, April 20, 2013
7:30AM - 2PM
Everyone is invited to come out and join in on one of the various bicycle rides, stop by to check out the business and nonprofit vendors, listen to music, and join in other family fun. Registration will open soon on our website.
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Recycle Your
Cell Phone
Did you know that the Victim Service Center collects used cell phones and chargers 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 and their chargers that are no longer in use.
Bring your phone and charger to our office, and we'll take care of the rest!
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Wish List Items
Exam table
Flat screen monitors
Call the Victim Service Center at (407) 254-9415 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) 254-9415 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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- Siddhārtha Gautama
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