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New Vision Pioneers donate Care Kits to help domestic violence victims, homeless youth
The Times Telegram - 5/12/2021
May 12—The New Vision-Pioneers, Leatherstocking Club recently donated Care Kits for women, men and children to the Catholic Charities Domestic Violence and Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs.
The kits will help Catholic Charities assist the individuals who come to them for services, according to Jackie Ward, program director of Domestic Violence Program.
The Domestic Violence Program of Herkimer County provides assistance to victims of domestic violence throughout Herkimer County, offering residential and nonresidential services to victims/survivors of domestic violence, their children and secondary victims (friend, parent, sister, etc).
In addition to safe housing, they provide individual counseling, advocacy and accompaniment with the criminal justice systems, housing, hospitals, human service agencies and all areas as requested; information and referral; follow up services; and supervised visitation, transportation and OVS compensation claims assistance. A 24-hour hotline is available for supportive services and crisis intervention at 315-866-0458.
The Runaway and Homeless Youth Program works with youth younger than 21 who have run away from home, been kicked out of their home or are homeless.
It is the only service of its kind in Herkimer County and has assessment services available 24 hours a day and provides temporary, emergency housing, crisis intervention, individual and family counseling, positive youth development, community outreach, life skills training and mentoring. The program also provides tangible items to youth in need, including clothing and personal care items. A 24-hour hotline is available at 315-866-1112.
Donna Thompson is the government and business reporter for the Times Telegram. For unlimited access to her stories, please subscribe or activate your digital account today. Email her at donna@timestelegram.com.
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