KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Lake Family Resource Center is offering a 65-hour dual domestic violence and sexual assault volunteer and response training to interested community members.
 
The training will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to 1 p.m. from Saturday, Aug. 1, through Saturday, Sept. 12.

The Office on Violence Against Women through Big Valley Rancheria is co-sponsoring and hosting the training at Konocti Vista Casino’s banquet room, 2755 Mission Rancheria Road, Lakeport.

This training is free and open to the public.

Persons who successfully complete the training will be considered certified domestic violence/sexual assault counselors and will have the opportunity to volunteer for Lake Family Resource Center’s Domestic Violence Program and Rape Crisis Center.

Volunteer responsibilities can include working at the shelter, answering the community crisis line, supervising children during adult activities, co-facilitating support groups; accompanying domestic violence/sexual assault victims to court, hospital and much more.

This training is only offered once a year so call today to reserve your spot for this exciting opportunity.

Lake Family Resource Center is determined to raise awareness of the devastation that domestic violence and sexual assault has had in our community and will continue to provide education, information, advocacy and support to those who have suffered. 

The organization 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 today at 707-279-0563 to find out more about the center's services.