A place to come to talk to someone who understands

Homicide takes the life of its victim, and it devastates the lives of family, friends, loved ones, and the entire community. Since 1991 VAC has offered understanding, support, information, education, and hope to the survivors of homicide. VAC is a non-profit corporation and charges no fees for its services.

VAC calls on volunteers “who have been there” to offer individual and group peer support during the time of bereavement. Where needed, VAC calls on professional counselors and other community resources. During Victim’s Rights Week, VAC sponsors a walk for non-violence and a memorial service for homicide victims. Also, during this week, funds are raised for higher education scholarships for a friend or family member of a victim of homicide.

VAC intervenes proactively to offer prevention and early intervention services and to advocate for non-violent responses to violence through a free summer enrichment program for children. The summer enrichment program teaches children conflict mediation, anti-bullying skills and character building.

VAC believes in prevention of crime and violence through education.