The Family Violence Project is a comprehensive treatment program that tries to explore alternatives to violence, such as healthier patterns of interaction and communication. The agency, started in 1969, is part of the national Big Brothers-Big Sisters of America. There are more than 500 agencies nationwide. We matched 150 last year. She encourages HSU students to become mentors, especially men because the program doesn't have enough male mentors.
Some children stay on the waiting list for three or more years.
The theme of the fund-raiser will be The Wizard of Oz, and costumes are encouraged. Team packets and pledge sheets will be available at the Team Captain Social on March 15 at the Eureka Theatre. For more information about forming a team, call 445-4871. The drop-in center is a place for homeless youth to rest and use the free shower, laundry and kitchen facilities. A main service it provides is child-care subsidies for eligible families in Humboldt County.