A Day in the Life of an on-call Hotline Advocate
Written by: Andi Eberhardt, Volunteer Hotline Advocate As a volunteer it is difficult to definitively say that my day changes when the clock turns 5pm. On the one hand, I am more aware of the potential for calls, but on the other hand, I am able to go about my day as if nothing has changed. Being able to advocate from the comfort of my…
Read MoreAn Introduction to Guided Meditation
Written by: Maia McCoy, MSW, Victim Services Coordinator What is guided meditation, and how can it help trauma survivors? Meditation is the practice of paying attention to our thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations from a place of non-judgment. Guided meditation is meditation in which the practitioner follows the lead of a teacher or audio guide. The core of any meditation is being mindful, or becoming aware.…
Read MoreHALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
Halloween Safety Tips Written by: Brigitta Ellwein, Victim Services Coordinator- King County It’s that spooktacular time of year when pumpkin spice is flowing, children get to trick-or-treat, and parties abound sometimes sweet or scary. While all the costumes and decorations make this time of year playful and fun, it’s always a good idea to have some tips in mind to keep you and your family…
Read MoreLeadership Snohomish County
Victim Support Services is excited to announce that we are one of the community organizations chosen to collaborate with Leadership Snohomish County (LSC) for a Community Impact Project Team. VSS was selected for their nine-month Leadership Program, which is designed to help private sector, and non-profit professionals acquire an understanding of the critical issues affecting the region and the leadership and stewardship capabilities necessary to…
Read More#GivingTuesday
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, #GIVINGTUESDAY! With only 50 days left before #GivingTuesday, which is on November 28th this year, the team here at Victim Support Services is readying themselves to set this years’ donations goal. What is #GivingTuesday? “#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the…
Read MoreWelcome our new Victim Services Coordinator, Jonathan Moore!
Victim Support Services is pleased to introduce Jonathan Moore to Victim Support Services as our new Victim Services Coordinator! Jonathan joins VSS as a Washington state native who has been around the world! Jonathan is a former farmer and stone carver who earned his Master Degree in Human Rights. He has worked in Hungary, Egypt, South Sudan, Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi. Throughout his time abroad…
Read MoreWelcome our new Hotline Advocate, Janet!
Victim Support Services is pleased to introduce Janet Quiroga to Victim Support Services as our new Hotline Advocate! Janet joins VSS from southern California where she supervised a school based program with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove. During her time with the Boys & Girls Clubs, Janet also interned at Thomas House Temporary Shelter, helping with the teen group. Janet is fluent…
Read MoreVSS is having an Open House and you're invited!
Come check out our VSS Administration office in Everett and have some food, take part in our trivia scavenger hunt and raffle, meet staff and board of directors, and connect with others in the community. This event is open to all — stop by any time!
Read MoreEmory's Group Sponsorship Night
Come have dinner and support Victim Support Services! Emory’s Lakeside Bistro and Bar on Silver Lake in Everett is hosting VSS for their Group Sponsorship Night. This means that if you come in between the hours of 4pm and 9pm on Monday, July 31st and show this flyer to your server, 20% of proceeds from your bill will be donated to VSS. In order for…
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