Grand County Sheriff’s Office issues recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect the work of the Grand County Advocates
The Grand County Sheriff’s Office released a statement Thursday, Oct. 6, recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and highlighting the work that Grand County Advocates for a Violence-Free Community does regarding domestic violence.
The statement includes a quote from the nonprofit’s executive director, Karen Crabb, which reads that the organization uses “an empowerment model with clients that provides support to help individuals gain control and exercise decision making in their unique situation.”
Crabb also mentions the nonprofit’s 24/7 crisis line, which is 970-725-3412. The Advocates’ website states the organization also provides safehousing, crisis intervention, courtroom and medical advocacy, relocation assistance and many other services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
To learn more about the Grand County Advocates, visit their website at GCAdvocates.org.
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