NOA
2008 Services
In 2008, NOA provided services to 1,000 different people, a 22% increase over the previous year.
Shelter for women and children, victims of domestic violence: 89 different people (40 women and 49 children) were sheltered for a total of 2,714 guest nights, an average stay of 33 days per guest. Eight victims were housed in hotels due to lack of space.
24-hour Crisis Line: The crisis line provides crisis intervention and referral services as well as information on shelter services. 1,598 calls were received in 2008.
Referral Services: Resource information is provided on medical, legal, housing, educational and other social services. 1,824 referrals were made to link victims to community resources.
Trauma Counseling Program: 98 victims attended a total of 527 counseling sessions provided by two licensed professional counselors to help victims overcome PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress), depression, anxiety and regain a sense of control over their lives. A support group meets every week addressing: the effects of domestic violence, self-esteem, boundaries, assertiveness, anger-management, and communication skills. A total of 88 women attended support group.
Financial Assistance: A case manager evaluates the need of each family seeking services. 129 families were provided financial assistance for relocation expenses, utilities, car repairs and establishment of a new household for a total of $39,093. in financial aid to families in crisis.
Legal Advocacy Program: The program includes the following services: support and information about victims’ rights and their legal options, assistance in filing Temporary Protective Orders, court accompaniment, education about the judicial process, legal representation, and referral. Legal advocates met with 493 victims, resulting in 149 Temporary Protective Orders. 10 victims were assisted in obtaining a divorce.
Children’s Program: Through the structured weekly Children’s Program, children are provided an opportunity to share their fears and concerns. Children are made aware that violence is not the appropriate way to solve problems. Over 132 different children attended the program in 2008.
School Prevention Program: This program provides preventative education to elementary, middle and high school students on the dynamics and dangers of abusive relationships. The curriculum “Hands are not for hitting”, “Bullying”, “Domestic Violence” and “Dating Violence” was presented to a total of 2,620 students.
Community Outreach Program: This program provided community education on dynamics of domestic violence and services available at NOA to: criminal justice and social service agencies, schools, colleges, civic organizations, churches, and other groups. In 2008 NOA staff spoke to 82 groups. 1126 individuals attended these sessions. Additionally, NOA sponsored 20 in-service training sessions presenting to 453 individuals.
Volunteers: 114 active volunteers contributed 2,589 hours to the shelter program, children’s program, and Bargain Shop. The members of the Board of Directors contributed 1,176 hours of volunteer work.
NOA’s Bargain Shop: The thrift store has provided direct client assistance to 233 “at risk” families. Assistance consisted of furniture, clothing, household items, etc.
