KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The Lake Family Resource Center has announced domestic violence responder training to be held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from Oct. 4 through Oct. 29.

Are you a compassionate person who wants to make a difference in the community? If you are willing to make a commitment as a volunteer counselor, The Lake Family Resource Center domestic violence responder training is free.

Learn the psychological aspects of domestic violence/abuse, effective counseling techniques, and how to use crisis intervention skills to assist survivors of domestic violence and their families.

Gain an insider's view of the criminal justice system (court), which prosecutes domestic violence perpetrators.

As a volunteer you will provide crisis counseling to survivors of domestic violence, give information to the public and make referrals, meet domestic violence victims at the emergency room and/or law enforcement and accompany them to court when advocacy as requested. Domestic violence responders are required by the state of California to complete 40-hours of training, which is provided free of charge.

Upon graduation, volunteer responders receive a certificate of completion and are eligible to volunteer to help adult and child victims.

Lake Family Resource Center is currently taking class reservations. If you are interested in domestic violence responder training, please contact Sherri Boelter at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 707-279-0563, Extension 183.

Lake Family Resource Center provides a multitude of services to build family stability and strength. The agency supports Lake County residents in achieving stable, self-sufficient, and healthy families and communities.

Call them at 707-279-0563 to find out more about what the group offers.