S-O-S of the Family Justice Center
S-O-S of the FJC is the 24-Hour Crisis Center for St. Joseph County, offering a variety of services to survivors of sexual abuse/assault and domestic violence and their loved ones.
Services Provided by S-O-S (Sexual Offense Services)
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The 24-Hour Crisis Line is for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking. (574) 289-HELP (4357)
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S-O-S volunteer Advocates inform survivors of their medical options regarding treatment, evidence collection, sexually transmitted disease/testing (including HIV/AIDS) and follow up care. Advocates can be present and provide support for emergency room exams at both area hospitals. Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center has 20+ sexual assault forensic examiners specially trained in treating victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, strangulation, child sexual and physical abuse and neglect, and elder and dependent adult abuse and neglect.
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Professional Training: Specialized training is available to law enforcement, medical personnel and community partners. Training can be customized to address your group’s needs.
Educational presentations are also available for local college campuses and community groups.
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S-O-S offers several free, age-specific programs to local schools, addressing sexual abuse, rape, sexual harassment, teen dating violence, and domestic violence.
If you would like to learn more about being an SOS Advocate or about educational opportunities, please contact SOS Coordinator Leah Kurz at lkurz@fjcsjc.org.
“When the need arises to introduce myself at a gathering I share ’Hi, my name is... and being a volunteer advocate with S-O-S is one of the greatest joys of my life.’ I have been privileged to help survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence by listening intently to their stories, providing encouragement and resources, and most of all by offering hope for the future.”