Men's Group for Sexual Abuse
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Do you experience feelings of fear, shame, and anger?
Do you struggle to express your anger without blowing up?
Do you have trust issues in your relationships?
These are common experiences for those who have been sexually abused. If you have been the victim of sexual abuse or sexual assault, you are not alone. 1 in 6 men will be sexually traumatized over the course of their life. Talking about it is the only way to regain the power that was taken from you.
In early June, the Victim Service Center launched a new therapy group for male victims of sexual abuse and assault. In this group we offer a safe, confidential place to talk about your experience and how it has affected your life. This is a closed group; however, if you're interested in joining, please contact our office, and a victim advocate can help you: (407) 254-9415.
Myths About Male Victims of Sexual Violence
Adapted from MaleSurvivor.org
- Boys and men can't be victims.
- Boys abused by males will become homosexuals.
- Men are less traumatized by sexual violence than women.
- If the perpetrator is female, the victim should want the sexual experience.
- Sexual arousal during the abuse means you wanted it to happen.
- Boys who are abused will go on to abuse others.
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Identity Theft Prevention Series Coming to Orange County Library System
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Mark your calendars for upcoming prevention presentations taking place throughout the month of July at different Orange County library locations. This month's topic will focus on how to protect yourself from identity theft.
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Citi Identity Theft, Thelma and Norma
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July 11 at 6:00pm
West Oaks Library
905 Dorscher Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
July 15 at 6:00pm
Southeast Library
5575 S Semoran Blvd
Orlando, FL 32822
July 24 at 6:00pm
South Trail Library
4600 S Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32839
Presentations are free and open to the public.
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S.A.F.E. Classes Continue in
Winter Park and Ocoee
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What is the S.A.F.E. Program? The S.A.F.E. program is an initiative to STOP violence against teenaged and adult women. "S.A.F.E." (an acronym for Self-defense Awareness & Familiarization Exchange) is a FREE, unparalleled 2-hour educational awareness, crime-victim prevention program designed by the National Self-Defense Institute. This program encompasses strategies, techniques, and options for teenaged & adult women that may reduce their risk of exposure to violence and introduce them to the basic physical aspects of self-defense. Participants will become familiar with the "survival mindset" and practice several techniques for avoiding potential abduction encounters perpetrated against women.
The Winter Park Police Department, in partnership with the Victim Service Center of Central Florida, continues to conduct S.A.F.E. classes for women who work and live in the City of Winter Park.
Classes are free, but you must sign-up to attend.
Saturday, July 13 at 10:00am Saturday, August 17 at 10:00am Saturday, September 14 at 10:00am
Winter Park Police Department
500 N Virginia Ave
Winter Park, FL 32789
Contact: Officer Lina Strube Phone: 407-599-3664 E-mail: [email protected]
The Ocoee Police Department offers S.A.F.E. classes to Ocoee residents 13 and up, as well as City of Ocoee employees; women only.
Classes are free to registered participants.
Thursday, July 25 at 6:00pm
Ocoee Police Department
646 Ocoee Commerce Pkwy
Ocoee, FL 34761
Contact: Officer Patera Scott Phone: 407-905-3160 x3024 E-mail: [email protected]
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Rhonda (center) is flanked by members of Harbor House and the Ladies In Production Services at a youth dating violence event in Ocoee on June 20.
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While we had to say goodbye to our dearly departed Mitsubishi Lancer (it puttered its last putter on the side of I-4), that hasn't slowed down Prevention Specialist Rhonda Wilson one bit. Rhonda has been singing a love song for her Summer Nights of outreach events and educational presentations that could put Sandy & Johnny to shame! Be sure to follow along on Facebook and Twitter!
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Monthly Informational Briefings
Last Wednesday of Every Month
Next Briefing
Wednesday - June 26, 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
July 31, 2013
Noon - 1PM
Please let us know by close of business Friday, July 26 if you will be attending; space is limited and lunch will be provided.
RSVP - Office: (407) 254-9415 or e-mail [email protected].
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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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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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iThrive: Support Group for Young Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Coming soon...
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; lunch provided.
Wednesday, July 31
To RSVP, please call us at
(407) 254-9415 or e-mail [email protected].
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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 can be scheduled during business hours or after based on your availability and take place 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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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
Flat screen monitors
New sports bras, stretchy pants
Stamps, envelopes
Copy paper, pens, notepads
Individually wrapped snacks
Call the Victim Service Center at (407) 254-9415 if you have questions about how to donate these items or visit our website to learn more. Thank you for your consideration in helping to meet this need. |
Volunteer Opportunities
Speaker for our Speakers Bureau
Newsletter Manager
Event Planning and Assistance
Social Media/Information
Website Development
Host an Event/Fundraiser |
Central Florida
Community Foundation
DonorEdge Portrait |
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. |
Other Ways to
Support the
Victim Service Center |
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!
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Just remember to input our Donation Code in the promo field when you check out: CHA3195N. Or check out our new landing page here! |
"When it gets dark enough, you can see the stars."
- Charles A. Beard
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