Presented follow-up information quarterly to 320 police officers. Organized an employment fair for the community. Employed VASP developed a new employment initiative in collaboration with Friends of Battered Women and their Children. The program utilizes the skills and connections of two professional agencies. The RPCC is responsible for employment counseling, job placement, and business recruitment efforts.
Friends provides on-going individual and group counseling and provides space for the program.
Clients are assessed as to their appropriateness for the program. A service plan is developed and a service agreement is signed. Part of the service agreement includes the client s commitment to continue with counseling after obtaining a job. Domestic violence deteriorates the family and the community. Crisis keeps women from achieving independence.