Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence

Holiday Gift Program 2017

2017-10-12T11:17:00.000-07:00

Holidays are right around the corner and you can help brighten the holiday season for CARDV families.

Each year we host a Holiday Gift Program where clients choose unwrapped gifts donated by the community to give at their own holiday celebrations.

CARDV clients tell us:
“I don't know what I would have done without your help and support.”

“I think the staff was very understanding and really care about the people they help. It was such a comfort at a terrible time.”

Would you like to help make the holidays brighter for CARDV families? Bring your donations of unwrapped gifts to the CARDV Administrative office no later than Friday, December 8, 2017.

SUGGESTED ITEMS:

Art supplies
Bikes, wagons, scooters, etc. (with helmet)
MP3 players, head phones, or personal electronics
Educational, science, or learning toys
Pamper/Beauty products or certificates
Musical instruments
Games and puzzles
New kitchen items (pots, pans, utensils, microwaves, etc.)
Multi-ethnic dolls
Toy cars, trucks, trains, or remote control vehicles
Gift Certificates
See more by downloading the complete list below

Click here for a full list of suggested items.

Items can be dropped off through Friday, December 8, 2017 at:

Central Willamette Community Credit Unions
(click here for branch hours)

Albany Waverly Office, 645 Waverly Dr. SE
Albany Pacific Office, 905 29th Ave. SW
Administration Office, 7101 Supra Dr. SW
Corvallis Office, 555 NE Circle Blvd.
Lebanon Office, 625 N 5th St.

CARDV Administrative Office
4786 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis

Hours*:
Mon 9:00am-2:00pm
Tue 9:00am-2:00pm
Wed 9:00am-12:00pm
Thur, 9:00am-2:00pm
Fri 9:00a-12:00pm

*Or by appointment, call (541) 758-0219 x302

For more information contact:
Jennifer Morris
(541) 758-0219 x302
jennifer.morris(at)cardv(dot)org

CARDV protects the identity and confidentiality of all its clients. Photo shows volunteers from prior years.

Beans for Bags benefit

2017-10-11T16:45:00.000-07:00

CARDV is pleased to be a recipient of First Alternative Co-Op's "Beans for Bags" program. If you are not familiar with the program, for each bag a customers reuses, First Alternative Co-Op gives the customer a token. You then place the token in the collection container for the charity of their choice.

Through December, CARDV will have a container at both the Grant St., and 3rd St. locations. (shown in the lower left of the photo).

Remember your shopping bags and look for the CARDV container when shopping at First Alternative Co-Op. Thank you!

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Agency Update - Fall 2017

2017-10-11T10:22:00.000-07:00

After many months of looking, I am happy to announce that we have opened an office in Linn County. The Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital and the advocacy of many others made it possible for administration to designate office space for survivors to meet with a CARDV Advocate. This office will greatly increase accessibility for survivors of domestic and sexual violence from Linn County to meet with an advocate.

I am incredibly grateful to the Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital staff for welcoming CARDV at their facility to provide services. If you or someone you know would like to meet with an advocate in Lebanon, please contact our 24-hour crisis and support line to schedule an appointment:

(541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197

Comments can be sent to Letetia Wilson at (541) 738-8319 x308 or click here to email Letetia

Managing Your Online Location Settings

2017-10-10T10:35:00.000-07:00

In our series on how to stay safe while using technology, the last newsletter discussed “technology-facilitated stalking.” (If you missed that article, you can find it by clicking here. )

To follow-up, here are some of the features of major mobile applications (also called apps) that are available, why they can pose a risk to safety, and what to do about it.

There are far too many social media apps available to discuss them all here. One thing they have in common is the ability to instantly share your updates with your friends. This makes communicating with your friends quick and convenient. However, these apps can pose a potential risk through their privacy settings - which are often difficult to edit and may be sharing information you did not intend.

Many of the more common apps such as Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat tag your location when you make a post or share a photo. This is a great way to communicate with others and share exciting news, but can be problematic if the wrong person is able to see your post, photo, or location.

Social media uses networks of friendships to share information. If you post a picture of you enjoying a local concert on the lawn, the friends you have accepted on that platform can see it. Who can see your information depends on the privacy settings of your account AND your friends’ account.

Many platforms share the original post when you comment or interact with the post—allowing a larger audience to see the information. This can branch out to the point where your picture, and sometimes location, can be viewed by a larger, more public audience.

This poses a safety risk for those who might be preparing to leave an abusive partner, someone being stalked, or someone who has reached safety and now their safety may be compromised.

There are several resources available to help you check and set your privacy settings on a variety of platforms. For more information about stalking click here.

Click on any of the toolkits below for helpful information on settings and safety:

If you or someone you know is experience stalking or have questions about any form of stalking, call our 24-hour support line: (541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197

Purple Streamers for Survivors

2017-10-01T17:27:00.000-07:00

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987 as a way to connect and unite individuals and organizations to end domestic violence. This year marks the 30th anniversary of DVAM. Much progress has been made to support survivors, hold abusers accountable and create social change to end domestic violence. Today one in four women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime and we believe these statistics are too high.

Purple is the official color to raise awareness for domestic violence. You can help us by participating in one of our interactive "Purple Streamers for Survivors" displays.

How to participate:

Locate one of our displays. There are six locations throughout Linn and Benton county, see list below.
Add a streamer to the display in honor or support of domestic violence survivors. Streamers are available at many of the hosting locations, see complete list below (donations accepted).
Let others know that you support survivors of domestic violence. Ideas include sharing a picture of you at one of our displays (you can tag or mention CARDV) Or wear a purple ribbon, socks, tie, nail polish, or other items during October. When someone asks you why you are wearing purple, let them know you support survivors of domestic violence and they can too.
Visit www.cardv.org/dvam for more ideas on how you can show your support for survivors of domestic violence.

Streamer Display Locations:

Linn County Courthouse, 4th and Ellsworth, Albany (streamers available at Visiting Angels, 250 Broadalbin St SW #250, Albany)
Lebanon Police Department, 40 N 2nd St. (streamers available inside lobby)
Lebanon City Maintenance Department, 305 W Oak St. (streamers available at Lebanon Police Department)
Sweet Home Chamber, 1575 Main St. (streamers available inside)
OSU Women's Center, 1700 SW Pioneer Place, OSU Campus (streamers available inside or at Barker-Uerling Insurance 340 NW 5th St. Corvallis )
Philomath Fire Department, 1035 Main St. (streamers available inside or at Barker-Uerling Insurance 340 NW 5th St. Corvallis )

A special thank you to Xtreme Grafx for donating the signs for our displays. Thank you to all the hosting locations and streamer pickup locations for showing your support of survivors.

For more information about Domestic Violence Awareness Month and other ways you can show your support visit www.cardv.org/dvam.

You can learn more about domestic violence at http://cardv.org/aboutdv.php

There are many ways you can support survivors:

Volunteer with us, click here for more information.

Become a financial supporter, click here for more information.

Like and share our Facebook posts, click here to visit our Facebook page

Questions? (541) 758-0219 x302

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Cell Phone Donations

2017-10-01T14:54:00.000-07:00

Emergency cell phones are always needed and serve as a lifeline to those living under the threat of violence. It is vitally important for victims of domestic violence to have a way to immediately contact police and emergency services. Donated cell phones are reprogrammed to dial 911 and then distributed to CARDV clients.

Cell phones can be dropped off at any of the following locations, during regular business hours.

Albany:

Boys and Girls Club, 1215 SE Hill St.
First Christian Church, 432 Ferry St. SW
Visiting Angels, 250 Broadalbin St. SW #230

Corvallis/Philomath:

Stover, Evey and Jackson, 805 SW Western Blvd., Corvallis
CARDV Administrative Office, 4786 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis
CARDV Advocacy Center, 2208 SW 3rd St., Corvallis
Philomath Fire and Rescue, 1035 Main St., Philomath

Lebanon:

Lebanon Fire Dept., 1050 W Oak St., Lebanon

If you would like to host a collection site or help promote Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October), please contact Jennifer Morris at (541) 758-0219 ext. 302 or email Jennifer.

Corvallis Elks Burger benefit

2017-09-29T15:15:00.000-07:00

Every Wednesday during the month of October, the Elks Lodge #1413 Corvallis will donate $1 from each burger purchased to support CARDV services. You do not need to be a member to participate.

Corvallis Elks #1413
1400 NW 9th St, Corvallis
(541) 758-0222

Football Parking

2017-08-09T09:23:00.000-07:00

Are you a Beaver Football fan?
Park at Stover, Evey and Jackson (8th and Western) on game days and a portion of proceeds will benefit CARDV services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

Kiwanis Sunrisers are graciously providing the volunteers, and Stover, Evey and Jackson is providing their parking lot.

Where:

Stover, Evey and Jackson

809 SW Western Blvd, Corvallis

When: 3 hours before kickoff

Cost: $15 per vehicle

Game dates 2017 (click here for full schedule):

Sat. Sept. 2 vs Portland State
Sat. Sept. 9 vs Minnesota
Sat. Sept. 30 vs Washington
Sat. Oct. 14 vs Colorado
Sat. Oct. 26 vs Standford
Sat. Nov. 18 vs Arizona

Volunteers of the Year 2017

2017-07-05T10:36:00.000-07:00

Volunteers play a vital role in providing services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We are pleased to announce our Volunteers of the Year: Angela Waetje and Libby McCormick! Angela and Libby have gone above and beyond this last year in their service by assisting shelter residents, helping with fundraising events, CARDV’s video, administrative tasks, and much more. They were honored at CARDV’s annual appreciation celebration. We would like to thank ALL our volunteers for the many hours they generously give to helping survivors.

From Libby McCormick:

Volunteering with CARDV is such an incredible opportunity for me. Whether it's helping out in shelter with a child so a mom can have some time for herself, or encouraging survivors during their time here. Or working on the breakfast committee, I really enjoy working with amazing people, to organize such an important fundraising event. It's humbling to volunteer with others, knowing I'm helping someone to be safe, and provide what we can for their family in a time of need.

—Libby supports CARDV in many capacities, such as being a fabulous advocate volunteer in CARDV shelters, representing CARDV at events in the community, and helping with events and fundraising. In shelter, she stands out to staff and residents for her compassion and her love of children. She always has an upbeat attitude and willingly jumps in to help wherever needed. Thank you Libby for all that you do!

From Angela Waitje:

I have truly enjoyed my experience volunteering with CARDV. I have always felt that the work CARDV does is so important within the community, and am thankful to be able to assist the advocates and help CARDV continue to grow and educate the community on such challenging topics. I have become aware of how large of impact we can really have in our community, and I am excited to know that CARDV is able to assist so many survivors through such a difficult time of transition. Thanks CARDV!

—Staff have relied on Angela for her strong administrative skills and her consistent presence at the Advocacy Center as a reception volunteer. She is always proactive in seeking out ways to support staff, and creates a warm and welcoming environment for anyone walking through the Advocacy Center doors. She also played a star role in the CARDV video, helping showcase the important work Advocates do everyday to help survivors find safety and self-sufficiency. Thank you Angela!

A huge thank you to the businesses and individuals that contributed to our Volunteer Appreciation Event: Arauco, Barker-Uerlings Insurance, Corvallis Knights, True Value of Philomath, Corvallis Brewing Supply and anonymous businesses.

If you would like to join our team of volunteers, click here for more information.

Agency Update - Summer 2017

2017-06-29T11:22:00.001-07:00

Many community partners help CARDV deliver services to survivors. One partnership I would like to highlight is with South Albany High School (SAHS). This spring, SAHS invited CARDV to be involved with a pilot program, Rebels Rising. This was a great way for CARDV to talk about healthy relationships with teens. Each week we were able to engage with teens about such issues as warning signs, digital abuse, stalking, and how to help a friend. We hope this model program will continue and can be duplicated to provide teens with the tools they need to navigate their often confusing world. I am looking forward to many more opportunities to spend time with teens discussing healthy relationships.

As the school year comes to a close, it’s not too early to start talking with your school’s leadership about including these conversations in next year’s classroom plan. If you are a teacher or school principal and would like to request a presentation, please click here.

For more information, follow the links below for:

Comments can be sent to Letetia Wilson at (541) 738-8319 x308 or click here to email Letetia.

Using Technology Against Us

2017-06-26T15:03:00.000-07:00

Social media and technology make it easy to communicate and stay connected with other people regardless of where they are located. Unfortunately, someone who is abusive can use this technology to stalk, harass, and control their partner. In what is being coined as “technology-facilitated stalking” abusers can use information from Facebook status updates or the GPS on a phone/car to find their partner’s whereabouts.

The most dangerous time for a survivor of domestic violence is when they are in the process of leaving their abusive partner. With technology-facilitated stalking, abusers not only can track a person’s location, but also listen in on phone calls, read text messages and emails, and view search engine history. In addition to making it harder for the survivor to safely leave, this also means that when they do, they may have to leave their phone and car behind, which only further isolates them.

If someone you know may be experiencing technology-facilitated stalking, you can help. Let them use your phone to safely call CARDV’s Crisis & Support line: (541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197. We can help them make a plan to stay safe.

For more information about stalking, click here.

Safe Families Breakfast 2017

2017-05-31T13:14:00.000-07:00

Please join us for our 11th Annual Safe Families Breakfast fundraising event:

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

7:30-8:30a

(Coffee served at 7a)

CH2MHill Alumni Center, Oregon State University

(26th and Western, Corvallis. Click here for map.)

Parking at OSU: $2 Parking Permits are required. Guests can parking the Reser Stadium Lot or in the Parking Structure. Parking permits are required after 7:00a.

Passes can be purchased day of:

from CARDV Staff at the entrance of Reser Stadium Lot (cash only, exact change appreciated)
from the kiosks (cards only) in the Reser Stadium Lot and on each level of the Parking Structure. Rates are $1/hr, we recommend 2 hours of parking.

Please RSVP by September 8th. Click here to email your RSVP or call (541) 758-0219 ext. 301

Teen Dating Education Programs

2017-05-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

During their teen years, youth are learning how to navigate their first relationships, frequently without guidance. Teens experience some of the highest rates of rape and sexual assault, with 1 in 3 reporting abuse from a dating partner.

February was Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and we partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam teen center - The VAULT to bring Chalk About Love to our teens locally. In this national campaign, teens write their feelings about love in chalk to encourage conversation about healthy relationships. Some of the teens’ messages included: “Love means to love everyone for who they are” and “Love is respect for others.” Click here to read more about Chalk About Love.

Out of this partnership, we collaborated with the ABC House to co-facilitate a weekly support group for middle school girls that was hosted at the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam. Topics discussed ranged from healthy relationships to positive self-image, and staying safe online. These groups give the teens a safe place to talk about their relationships: dating, peer, parents, and others. We also discuss bullying, confidence, and stress management.

The ideas that young people form about dating in these early years will impact their relationships into their adulthood. This is why it is so important to define consent, coercion, and emphasize everyone’s right to say no.

CARDV is receiving more requests from schools, usually health classes, to talk with students grades 7-12 about teen dating violence and healthy relationships. CARDV Advocates facilitate these discussions, as well as ways individuals can get help if needed, and how to support a friend. Teachers keep the dialog going so these important topics can be revisited.

This last spring another exciting opportunity came through South Albany High School’s pilot program Rebel’s Rising, which offered students enrichment and academic-based activities. For six weeks, students could choose from after-school sessions as varied as computer programming, art, financial literacy, academic tutoring and more. CARDV was invited to host weekly sessions on dating violence and sexual assault. A few of the topics covered during the six-week program included: healthy relationships, teen dating violence, consent, and how to help a friend.
With over 30 students attending the CARDV sessions, we are looking forward to returning next year!

As the school year comes to a close, it’s not too early to start talking with your school’s leadership about including these conversations in next year’s classroom plan. If you are a teacher or school principal and would like to request a presentation click here.

Starting the conversation now with our youth is crucial in raising a generation that works to end violence!

For more information, please use the following links:

CARDV Volunteer Informational Meeting

2017-05-19T08:46:00.000-07:00

Monday, November 13, 2017
No meeting December 2017
Monday, January 8, 2018
Monday, February 12, 2018

5:30-6:30 pm
Advocacy Center:
2208 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis

Much of the work we do at CARDV is supported by volunteers. This informative program for those interested in joining our volunteer team starts at 5:30p. The hour long program will highlight CARDV services, and give an update on the agency and volunteer opportunities. This event is free, and there is no obligation.

Parking is available in the elementary school parking lot across the street. Help us be good neighbors, please do not park in Les Schwab or Alexander Court parking areas.

For more information on volunteering, click here.
Questions? Call (541) 738-8319, ext. 306 or email.

Many Hands Trading--Day of Sharing

2017-05-18T10:58:00.000-07:00

Join us at Many Hands Trading for their Day of Sharing to benefit CARDV services.

Sat., November 18, 2017

ALL DAY

Many Hands Trading

259 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis

Click here for a map and directions.

All day, 25% of sales (from the downtown location) will be donated to CARDV. Perfect timing for the holidays! Get wonderful gifts for your loved ones and help CARDV at the same time.

AmazonSmile supports CARDV

2017-05-17T16:29:00.000-07:00

Do you make purchases on Amazon.com?
Did you know that Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to CARDV?

(There’s no cost or additional charges to you.)

How to make CARDV your charity:

Click here to sign up (uses the same log in as Amazon.com).

Select the Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence as your charity of choice.
Amazon will remember your charity and every eligible purchase you make on AmazonSmile will result in a donation to us.

Remember, you must go to www.smile.amazon.com to qualify purchases. CARDV will not receive a percentage of items purchased from Amazon.com.

Share with your friends and don’t forget to bookmark http://smile.amazon.com/ch/93-0792125. Thank you!

Questions? (541) 758-0219 x301

Volunteer Appreciation 2017

2017-05-15T15:03:00.001-07:00

Click here to RSVP

Please join us for a free family-friendly evening with Corvallis Knights baseball. As our way of saying thank you for all that you do to support survivors, we have reserved the Omaha Room at Goss Stadium which includes snacks and private viewing of the game. Bring your family and loved ones and meet other great volunteers!

Corvallis Knights at Goss Stadium
430 SW Langton Pl, OSU Campus

Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Gates open at 6:00pm, Game starts at 6:40p

Click here to RSVP (before June 8th).

Questions? Email Sarah Devine, Volunteer Coordinator or call (541) 738-8319 x306

At CARDV, we greatly rely on our volunteers to help us provide services to survivors. This is our opportunity to say a big THANK YOU to all our volunteers! If you want to become a CARDV Volunteer, see our Volunteer Page for more information.

Whether you provide support in our shelters, serve at one of our events, greet visitors at our Advocacy Center, or support CARDV in any other number of ways--YOU make a difference!

Burgerville Albany Benefit Night - June 8th

2017-04-27T12:59:00.002-07:00

Enjoy delicious food, for a great cause!

Burgerville, 2310 Santiam Hwy SE, Albany, OR 97322

Thursday, June 8, 2017

5:00-8:00 p.m.

A portion of proceeds will benefit the Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence.

Questions? (541) 758-0219 x301

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

2017-04-06T14:17:00.001-07:00

Sexual violence affects Oregonians every day. By working together we can create the social change needed to end sexual violence.

What can you do? (Click here to download a full poster pack PDF.)

Host a movie screening of the documentary "Audrie and Daisy" and invite CARDV to facilitate a discussion at your screening. Click here for information on how to host a movie screening. Contact us at info@cardv.org or (541) 758-0219 to request a CARDV representative at your screening.
Participate in Denim Day on April 26th - Denim Day, an international campaign to raise awareness and end sexual assault. Click here for more information on Denim Day.
Join the community at Take Back the Night on April 27th. Click here for more information.
Encourage your book club (or start your own group) to read and discuss "Missoula" by John Krakauer. Click here for information on "Missoula." Contact us at info@cardv.org or (541) 758-0219 to request a CARDV representative at your discussion.
Use your voice - like and repost from our Facebook to your social network.

Every individual has a role to play:

Educate yourself about sexual assault and how to support a survivor. Click here for resources.
Support survivors of sexual assault when they talk about their experience.
Use your voice to educate others about the prevalence of sexual assault and counter victim-blaming.
Be mindful of messages in the media that do not support survivors and of what you post on your own social media pages. Everyone deserves safety and respect.

In addition to participating in local events to promote awareness and educate about sexual assault, here are some suggestions on how to support a friend or family member that has experienced sexual assault:

Believe her/him. Let the survivor know that you believe them and that the assault was not their fault.
Listen. Listen with compassion and without judgement. Avoid questions that begin with “why.”
Encourage her/him to seek additional support. Let the survivor know that CARDV’s Crisis & Support Line is available 24 hours a day: (541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197 and can offer support and information as well as connect survivors with resources.

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1. Black, M. C., Breiding, M. J., Smith, S. G., Walters, M. L., Merrick, M. T., Chen, J., & Stevens, M. R. (2011). National intimate partner and sexual violence survey: 2010 summary report. Retrieved from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control,: http://www.cdc.gov/ViolencePrevention/pdf/NISVS_Report2010-a.pdf

Denim Day

2017-04-05T09:47:00.000-07:00

Join us in supporting survivors of sexual assault by

wearing denim on Wednesday, April 26th!

Over 160,000 people have already committed

to wearing denim on April 26th, join us!

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. CARDV invites you to join us in raising awareness of this widespread crime. One way to get involved is by wearing jeans on April 26th—Denim Day. Denim Day is an international event protesting and remembering an outrageous decision made by the Italian Supreme Court in 1999.

History of Denim Day:

In Italy, 1992 an 18 year old girl was raped during a driving lesson by her instructor on the side of a remote road. That night, the girl reported what happened to her parents and they took the perpetrator to court where he was prosecuted and sent to prison. The perpetrator later successfully appealed his rape conviction. The judge stated that because the girl was wearing tight jeans that there was no way that the perpetrator would have been able to remove them without her assistance, and therefore the act must have been consensual.** Within the same day as this verdict, women in the Italian Parliament started to protest by wearing their jeans to work.

How We Can Participate:

Today we support this protest by participating in “Denim Day” on a selected day in April by wearing jeans and teal ribbons in acknowledgment of sexual assault awareness month.

You can participate by encouraging your employer, or employees to wear their jeans on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. By doing this you can help reject harmful myths about rape and sexual assault. You will join with the thousands of others—worldwide— stating that sexual assault is not okay and it is time to stop blaming the victims of this horrendous crime. .

Promote Denim Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month:

Download a free Denim Day 2017 Poster PDF
Download a free Sexual Assault Awareness Month Poster Pack PDF
Host a movie screening or book club discussion. Click here for more information.

Statistics About Rape:

Every two minutes, someone in the USA is sexually assaulted. That is 30 assaults each hour; 715 assaults each day; 21,452 assaults each month; and 272,350 assaults each year (RAINN, Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network, 2006).

Of the 1.3 million women living in Oregon, about 230,000 have been raped at least once in their lifetime (Kilpatrick, DG & Ruggiero, KJ., 2003).

1 in 6 women and 1 in 33 men will experience completed or attempted rape at some point during their life (National Institute of Justice, 2006).

Rape can happen at an early age, with 54% of women and 71% of men first experiencing rape before age 18 (National Institute of Justice, 2006).

** World: Europe women in jeans ‘cannot be raped’. BBC News 11 Feb. 1999, http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/277263.stm

Local Art Spices Up Annual Spaghetti Dinner

2017-03-20T16:19:00.000-07:00

Thank you to everyone who celebrated 35 years of service with us at the annual Spaghetti Dinner in March, nearly $7,000 was raised to support services for survivors. This year was especially joyful as local artists donated their art as raffle prizes-- many guests were the lucky winners of fantastic artwork! Children created their own works of art with the paper and crayons at each table.

Volunteers from Kohl’s and Kidco decorated the meeting hall of the First Congregational United Church of Christ with colorful plants donated by Peoria Gardens. Volunteers from Corvallis Morning Rotary Club, Target and the community served guests delicious food donated by Valley Catering, Big River Breads, Eats and Treats, New Morning Bakery, and Shari’s Restaurant and Pies. Special thanks to the volunteer planning team, local artists, and everyone who made this event fun and successful.

Chalk About Love - Outreach to Teens/Tweens

2017-03-02T16:33:00.000-08:00

Teens experience some of the highest rates of rape and sexual assault, with 1 in 3 reporting abuse from a dating partner. Click here to learn more about Teen Dating Violence.

This last February - Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - we partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam Teen Center— The VAULT to bring a national event to our teens locally. Chalk About Love is a national campaign where teens write their feelings about love in chalk to encourage conversation about healthy relationships. (Click here to learn more about Chalk About Love.)

Students enjoyed a free BBQ before taking to the chalkboards which they filled with messages and drawings. Some of their messages included: “Love means to love everyone for who they are” and "Love is respectful.” (Click here to read Lebanon Express' coverage of the event.)

We really enjoyed the event and have since expanded our partnership to provide more support to teens. Click here to read more about our Teen Dating Education Programs.

Sarah's Journey (part 3 of 3)

2017-02-21T13:21:00.000-08:00

We are often asked to describe the typical client’s stay in shelter. While each story is unique, here is one survivor’s journey with CARDV.

Previously in Sarah’s* story, her husband was removed from the home by law enforcement after he physically assaulted her. Upon careful assessment of her safety and risk of future assault Sarah is granted a protective order and will stay in one of CARDV’s confidential shelters. Click here to read part one of Sarah's Journey. Click here for part two.

11:00 AM- The advocate drives Sarah and her children from the courthouse to the shelter. The advocate explains that the shelter is free and confidential, and that donations from the community enable CARDV to provide bedding, toiletries and food for those who stay. The advocate helps Sarah and her kids get settled into their room. It is a private room with a bed for Sarah and each of the kids. Their window looks into the backyard where there is a playground and large grassy area.

Sarah and the advocate put fresh linens on the beds. The advocate takes Sarah and the kids into a supply room that is filled with beautiful handmade quilts donated by quilting groups in the community. The kids each pick out a quilt in their favorite colors.

Beds made, the kids let Sarah know that they are hungry. The advocate follows Sarah to the kitchen and shows her the stocked pantry where she can fix a quick lunch. The kids find toys in the living room and settle in to play while Sarah and the advocate discuss the rest of the day.

Before the advocate leaves, she answers all of Sarah’s questions and lets her know that another advocate will check in with her later that day. She reminds Sarah that the hotline is always available if she needs anything. Sarah and her children all take naps after a very exhausting day.

2:00PM—Feeling rested, Sarah connects with an advocate to plan how the coming days and weeks will look for her family. When Sarah left her home this morning she packed some basic supplies for herself and children—she did not realize she was leaving home for the last time. The advocate tells her that CARDV partners with community agencies to provide a full-range of free or reduced-cost services for survivors. Sarah and the kids will take the bus (free in Corvallis) to run some errands, get needed items and meet with partner agencies.

5:00PM—Back at shelter Sarah makes dinner, washes the clothing they picked up at Vina Moses, gives the kids a bath and gets them into bed. Later that night she meets with an advocate for the nightly house meeting.

This is just a glimpse into Sarah’s first day with us—her journey will continue over the next several months, even years. She may stay in shelter a few days, or for several weeks depending on her family’s needs. CARDV will provide services throughout the entire process as Sarah seeks to become self-sufficient and provide a safe home for her children.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call. All calls are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Se habla español. (541)754-0110 or (800)927-0197

*We have changed names and removed any identifying information for confidentiality. This picture is a reenactment.

Advocate for Social Justice Award, Patti Kenyon

2017-02-03T10:26:00.000-08:00

We are proud to announce Patti Kenyon, RN and Sarah’s Place Supervisor, as the 2016 Mary Zelinka Advocate for Social Justice. This is the highest honor that CARDV reserves for a member of the community who goes above and beyond in their field to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

As an experienced Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), Patti has dedicated her professional career to providing medical care for survivors of sexual assault. Patti sees survivors when they are most vulnerable, just after an assault, as part of an exam to collect forensic evidence. This exam is invasive, time consuming, and Patti treats each survivor with the kindness, understanding, and the humanity they deserve.

Patti was instrumental in the creation of Sarah’s Place (Samaritan Health Services’ regional sexual assault medical center) which provides trauma informed care for survivors of sexual assault. It is because of Patti’s dedication to survivors that they now have a truly safe, quiet, and confidential place to receive care.

Her attentiveness to survivor needs informed the design of the center. Simply having the option to take a warm shower on-site after an exam can help survivors begin the process of healing. It's little details like that and the example Patti is setting on a state-wide level that make us hopeful about the rights and treatment of survivors. We are grateful to work in the same service area with Patti.

Agency Update - Winter 2017

2017-01-31T13:08:00.000-08:00

CARDV has a dual mission: to provide services to survivors and to change the societal conditions that cultivate domestic and sexual violence. Over the last 35 years, we have been leaders in the community, providing education to community groups, schools, churches and others. This year, we added the staff position of Community Educator. With this added position, we will be able to respond to the increased requests we have received from the community about healthy relationships and the services we provide.

I am excited that we are continuing to keep social change on the forefront of what we are doing. It is the long-term solution to creating a community without violence. You can help be part of the change by continuing to talk about CARDV in your community.

Click here for more information on our Community Education Program and to request a presentation.

Comments can be sent to Letetia Wilson at (541) 738-8319 x308 or click here to email Letetia.

Shelter Update - High-Efficiency Applicances

2017-01-13T13:15:00.000-08:00

We are enjoying our new washing machines! John Marchel (Co-Owner of Stover, Evey and Jackson and CARDV Board Member) is pictured here installing one of the final high-efficiency washers in our shelters.

As appliances in shelter come to the end of their serviceability, we have been updating them to be more efficient.

You can help by donating high-efficiency laundry detergent. All basic care products are provided to survivors staying in our shelters.

Click here to see a complete list of needed items.

Sarah's Journey (part 2 of 3)

2017-01-13T09:25:00.000-08:00

We are often asked to describe the typical client’s stay in shelter. While each story is unique, here is one survivor’s journey with CARDV.

Previously in Sarah’s* story, her husband was removed from the home by law enforcement after he physically assaulted her. While still on the scene, the officers called the CARDV hotline and connected Sarah with an advocate. Sarah and the advocate made a plan for her immediate safety and arranged for transportation the next morning to apply for a restraining order. Click here to read part one of Sarah’s Journey.

6:00AM Sarah wakes up, wondering if the events from the night before were just a dream. She looks across to the empty side of the bed; it must not have been a dream. She remembers the police taking Aaron, her abusive husband, away. There was enough evidence of domestic violence for them to hold him in jail overnight.

She had tried so many times to get Aaron to stop being abusive—to pacify him— but nothing worked. She thought if she could just keep the house clean enough, or keep the kids quiet and doing well in school that Aaron would stop hurting her. She thought that the abuse was her fault, that she wasn’t good enough. Last night while talking with the advocate she finally felt heard. The advocate listened without judgment, and did not suggest that she just try harder to make her husband’s violence stop. For the first time she heard the words, “This is not your fault—it is a choice that he is making and he is the only one that can choose to stop being abusive.”

Sarah feels solidified in her decision to file for a restraining order that will protect her and her children. She doesn’t know how all the details will play out, but she knows she has to provide a safe home for her kids to grow up without fear.

Re-invigorated, Sarah quickly gets herself and her kids ready to go. A CARDV advocate will be picking them up at 7am so they can arrive at the Linn County Courthouse in time to obtain and complete the restraining order packet, and be ready to appear before the Judge that morning.

7:15AM On the drive to the courthouse the advocate explains to Sarah what to expect in the courtroom. In Linn and Benton counties, restraining orders are presented to a Judge and a ruling is decided on the same day, allowing people to find safety quickly.

7:45AM At the courthouse a CARDV volunteer plays with the kids while Sarah and the CARDV advocate work through the restraining order packet and go before the Judge. CARDV advocates are not attorneys, but are present in the Linn and Benton Courthouses daily and are very familiar with the restraining order process. They can help survivors navigate the system and also accompany them in the courtroom for moral support.

9:00AM Sarah is granted the restraining order. She learns that Aaron will soon be released from police custody and will be served the restraining order while still in jail. Sarah and the advocate agree it is not safe for her to go home now. The advocate will take Sarah to one of CARDV’s free and confidential shelters where she and her children will be provided a safe, warm bed as well as food and toiletries during their stay. It’s not their own home, but it’s the next step to a life free from violence.

Click here to read the rest of Sarah's Journey.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call. All calls are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Se habla español. (541)754-0110 or (800)927-0197

*We have changed names and removed any identifying information for confidentiality. This picture is a reenactment.

Wear Orange for Love Day

2017-01-13T09:03:00.000-08:00

Join us in promoting healthy relationships for all young people this February by wearing orange on February 13, 2018 as part of the annual #Orange4Love campaign for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month!

Wear Orange 4 Love Day is on the second Tuesday of each February and was started by the National Youth Advisory Board from loveisrespect.org to raise awareness about teen dating abuse.

This year the day falls on February 13th (the day before Valentines Day), which seems especially fitting because TRUE love is kind, understanding, respectful, and most importantly - never abusive!

You can wear orange shirts, ties, ribbons, jewelry, shoes, or anything else you can think of.

Educate yourself about teen dating violence and tell people WHY you are wearing orange on February 13th.

Click here to learn more about Teen Dating Violence.

Holiday Program Providing Comfort and Joy

2017-01-05T10:56:00.000-08:00

We truly have a generous community that demonstrated their support of CARDV families this holiday season by donating gifts for the Holiday Program. A big THANK YOU to everyone that contributed and to Rotary of Greater Corvallis for their extra help.

There were lots of joyful tears as parents picked out gifts that their kids would love.

“You have made Christmas possible for me and my family. Now there is one less thing for me to worry about.”— CARDV Client.

A wonderful addition this year, children selected and wrapped gifts for their parents. The children’s excitement was contagious as they chose presents and made cards. This was a meaningful addition to an already great program. Because of you 37 adult and 81 child survivors enjoyed a brighter holiday season, THANK YOU!

January is Stalking and Sex Trafficking Awareness Month

2017-01-02T08:50:00.000-08:00

January is Stalking and Sex Trafficking Awareness Month.

Help us raise awareness about these important issues in our community. There are many FREE ways for you to be involved—you can do one or all of them!

Wear a SILVER/NAVY awareness ribbon— Wear and distribute awareness ribbons (silver for stalking; navy for human trafficking). Get awareness ribbons from CARDV, or make your own. Place at your cash register(s) or other prominent location, ribbons are attached to an informative bookmark that includes CARDV’s 24/7 crisis & support line.

Participate in CARDV’s sticker campaign— Show your commitment to a violence-free community by placing CARDV’s hotline stickers in your organization’s restroom stalls (stickers are printed on a high-quality material that will not damage stall doors). Click here to read Albany Democrat Herald's article about local shops participating in the sticker campaign.

Inform your social network— Follow CARDV on Facebook or online and share information with those in your social network (on or off-line).

Put up posters — Print awareness posters from CARDV’s website and ask your favorite coffee shop, grocery store, bookstore, etc. to put it up in their window. Let’s create a community that supports survivors. Click here to view posters.

How to join: CARDV will provide the promotional materials —you provide the location and act as a spokesperson in your network(s). If you need posters, bookmarks, or otherwise would like to help promote Stalking and Human Trafficking Awareness Month, please contact Crystal Kelley at (541) 758-0219 ext. 301 or email Crystal.

Information about Stalking:

Stalking is a crime in all 50 states⁽²⁾, 6.6 million people are stalked in one year in the U.S.⁽⁸⁾.

Stalking is not romantic or a form of flattery—in one out of five cases of stalking, weapons are used to harm or threaten the victim ⁽⁹⁾, and stalking is one of the significant risk factors for homicide for women in abusive relationships ⁽³⁾.

Technology is increasingly used by stalkers: one in four victims reports that the stalker used technology, such as Facebook, texting, computers, global positioning system devices, or hidden cameras, to track the victim’s daily activities ⁽²⁾. Click here to learn more about one survivor's experience with cyber stalking and the justice system.

Stalkers fit no standard psychological profile. The majority of stalking victims are stalked by someone they know⁽⁵⁾.

How much do you know about stalking? Take the quiz now.

Information about Sex Trafficking:
Sex Trafficking (a form of Human Trafficking) is the recruitment, transportation, and harboring of persons within or across boundaries for the purpose of sexual exploitation. Sex trafficking victims include those coerced using force, fraud, or intimidation, or any person under the age of 18. In simpler words, sex trafficking is sexual slavery.

The Girls Educational and Mentoring Services (GEMS) has produced a documentary, book and additional information about sex trafficking:

Very Young Girls, (documentary)
Girls Like Us, (book)

CARDV has assisted survivors of sex trafficking since our incorporation in 1981 and we know that for the vast majority working in the sex industry is not a choice.

The average age of a woman entering prostitution is 12-14 ⁽⁴⁾.

Traffickers prey on vulnerable people including homeless and runaway youth, victims of childhood sexual abuse, immigrants and refugees, and traditionally oppressed communities⁽⁶⁾.

Traffickers prey on their victims’ vulnerabilities by promising love and security, and then isolate them.

Control is maintained through tactics such as violence, threats, lies, false promises, debt bondage, and manipulation⁽⁷⁾.

CARDV provides 24-hour hotline assistance with safety planning, access to safe shelter, help with restraining and stalking orders, assistance at the hospital and more. Additionally, CARDV provides education and trainings in our community to raise awareness of these crimes.

Please educate yourself about these important issues and speak up in your community to help us raise awareness.

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3. Campbell, Jacquelyn C. et al., “Risk Factors for Femicide in Abusive Relationships: Results from a Multi-site Case Control Study,” American Journal of Public Health 93 (2003): 7.

4. Estes, Richard J. and Neil A. Weiner. The Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The University of Pennsylvania School of Social Work: 2001

5. "Stalking Safety Planning." Stalking Safety Planning. National Center for Victims of Crime, http://www.victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/stalking-resource-center/help-for-victims/stalking-safety-planning (accessed January 3, 2014).

6. "The Victims", Polaris Project: Combating Human Trafficking and Modern-day Slavery, http://www.polarisproject.org/human-trafficking/overview/the-victims (accessed December 13, 2013).

7. “Sex Trafficking in the U.S." Polaris Project: Combating Human Trafficking and Modern-day Slavery, http://www.polarisproject.org/human-trafficking/sex-trafficking-in-the-us (accessed December 12, 2013).

8. Black, Michele C., et al., "The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey: 2010 Summary Report," (Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2011).

9.Mohandie, Kris, et al., "The RECON Typology of Stalking: reliability and Validity Based upon a Large Sample of North American Stalkers." Journal of Forensic Sciences 51, no. 1 (2006).

Zoup! Corvallis benefit for CARDV

2016-12-28T09:28:00.001-08:00

Download and present this flyer* and Zoup! Corvallis will donate up to 25% of your dinner's proceeds to CARDV.

Thur., February 2, 2017

5:00-8:00 p.m.

Zoup! Corvallis

1830 NW 9th St #102, Corvallis

Click here for directions.

Questions? Call Zoup! (541) 286-3300

(Click here to download flyer)

*Please present flyer or an electronic version at time of purchase. Dine-in or carry-out available. Flyers may not be distributed in the store or in the parking lot during the event.

Enjoy great food, for a great cause!
Click here to view Zoup! Corvallis' Daily Menu.

Sarah's Journey (part 1 of 3)

2016-12-16T12:51:00.000-08:00

We are often asked to describe the typical client’s stay in shelter. While each story is unique, here is one survivor’s journey with CARDV.

2:00AM- Sarah* answers a knock at the door of her home that she shares with her husband, Aaron*, and their children--two Albany police officers are on the other side. A neighbor called the police because they heard aggressive shouting and yelling coming from the home.

Once on the scene the officers speak with Sarah and Aaron independently and take their statements. In certain situations, when the evidence of domestic violence is sufficient, the abuser is immediately arrested and taken to the local jail. This detention can last a few hours to overnight and provides the survivor a critical window to seek safety and resources. This is the case for Sarah—Aaron is arrested and taken to the Linn County Jail where he will stay overnight. CARDV works closely with local law enforcement so that when police respond to a domestic violence call, it is standard procedure to connect the survivor with CARDV via the hotline.

During the interview, the officer keeps a special eye out for any additional risk factors indicating that the domestic violence situation may escalate to domestic homicide. Research shows that when police identify a high risk situation and connect the survivor with a service agency like CARDV, the survivor has a lower risk of dying at the hands of her/his abuser. In talking with Sarah, the officer learns that this is not the first time Aaron has physically hurt her. Additional risk factors such as the presence of a rifle in the home and that Aaron controls most of her daily activities put Sarah at a high risk of future violence or death. The officer tells Sarah about CARDV’s services and offers her the police cell phone to speak with a CARDV advocate. Sarah could use the house phone, but it is often safer for a survivor to use a phone that their abuser cannot access the call history. The officer stays with Sarah while she makes the call.

2:30AM- Exhausted and scared Sarah tells the CARDV advocate what happened. On one hand Sarah is relieved that she is safe with the officer, but on the other hand she is scared about what will happen when Aaron gets released. Sarah is a stay-at-home mom and takes care of the house and children. She has no access to their car that Aaron uses to get to work, nor the bank account or cell phone. She has many concerns: What did she do to deserve this? Will Aaron be angry when he is released? Does she want to stay with him? If not, how will she pay the bills and buy groceries? The advocate listens and offers information, options and resources to Sarah--most importantly the advocate believes Sarah and tells her the violence was not her fault. Sarah is most concerned about her safety and decides she wants to apply for a restraining order. They can safely stay in their home for the night since Aaron will not be released until the next day. The advocate makes a plan for CARDV’s Legal Advocate to pick Sarah and her children up in the morning.

3:00AM- The officer finishes talking with Sarah and gives her the CARDV hotline number in case she needs anything during the night. Sarah puts the kids back to bed (they were woken up with all the commotion). She sets her alarm for 6:00AM and goes to bed herself. They all have a big day in the morning, but at least they are safe tonight.

Click here to read part two of Sarah's Journey.

24/7 hotline:

(541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197

*We have changed names and removed any identifying information for confidentiality.

15 Years Strong: Mother’s Day (Weekend) Run/Walk

2016-12-01T16:38:00.000-08:00

Thank you to everyone who made our 15th Annual Mother’s Day (Weekend) Run/Walk an enormous success! Approximately 500 runners and walkers braved cold, wet weather to support survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Over $30,000 was raised for survivors services, thank you!

The updated course gave runners a fast and enjoyable run "This was a fun, flat, fast course with few turns and intersections. Perfect for someone looking for a 5k PR run!” — 5K Runner, Bill Lear. Walkers appreciated the beautiful stroll through historic Oregon State University Campus.

Congratulations to the Monmouth OHSU RNners who are our 2017 Largest Team with 29 team members! Runners up were Peak Internet Team and LBCC Nurses Team with 20 and 19 members respectively.

A special shout out to our emcee Oregon State Senator Sara Gelser, and everyone that provided additional support: OSU Men’s Soccer team, Suburban Christian Church, Linn County Road Department, BCSO Reserves, Kappa Delta, UHDS Residential Conferences, Five Star Sports, and the Bush Pilots Band.

Additional thanks to all prize donors, event sponsors, Family Fun Fair participants, and of course, our amazing committee and all the volunteers that make this event possible. SAVE-THE-DATE: Saturday, May 12, 2018!

Holiday Gift Program 2016

2016-10-21T14:42:00.002-07:00

For a family trying to escape violence, coming to CARDV’s emergency shelter is a brave and scary choice. Families often come to the shelter with only the clothes on their backs. Parents in shelter look for ways to help their children feel comfortable and safe. During the holidays, you can help parents do just that.

Each year CARDV hosts a Holiday Gift Program where members of the community are invited to donate new, unwrapped gifts. With the support of volunteers, the CARDV offices are turned into a "Holiday Store" where parents can come, pick out items for their children (and themselves), wrap them and take them for their own celebration.

CARDV clients tell us:
“I don't know what I would have done without your help and support.”

“I think the staff was very understanding and really care about the people they help. It was such a comfort at a terrible time.”

Would you like to help make the holidays brighter for CARDV families? Bring your donations of unwrapped gifts to the CARDV Administrative office no later than Friday, December 9, 2016.

SUGGESTED ITEMS:

Art supplies
Bikes, wagons, scooters, etc. (with helmet)
MP3 players, head phones, or personal electronics
Educational, science, or learning toys
Musical instruments
Games and puzzles
New kitchen items (pots, pans, utensils, microwaves, etc.)
Multi-ethnic dolls
Toy cars, trucks, trains, or remote control vehicles
Gift Certificates
See more by downloading the complete list below

Click here for a full list of suggested items.

Items can be dropped off through Friday, December 9, 2016 at:
CARDV Administrative Office
4786 SW Philomath Blvd, Corvallis

Hours:
Mon-Thur, 9:00am-5:00pm (Note: the office is closed on Wednesdays from 12noon-2:00pm)
Fri, 9:00a-12:00pm, or by appointment

For more information contact:
Jennifer Morris
(541) 758-0219 x302
jennifer.morris(at)cardv(dot)org

CARDV protects the identity and confidentiality of all its clients. All photos are of volunteers who helped with the holiday program pastyears.

Agency Update Fall 2016

2016-10-17T12:12:00.000-07:00

This fall, the Women’s Foundation of Oregon released a report about women and girls, Count Her In. There was a lot to celebrate in the report, like the many contributions women make to improve Oregon. A statistic to highlight from the report is that an estimated 1 Million Oregon women and girls - over half of the state’s female population - have experienced some form of sexual or domestic violence. This is an astounding number of survivors and a validation of the need for CARDV’s services.

Each year, we help thousands of survivors reach and attain safety. Yet there are still many survivors who are unfamiliar with our services. We continue to expand our outreach efforts in the community and ask for your help in connecting with those who have in the past, or are currently, experiencing domestic or sexual violence and could benefit from our services.

Click here to read more about Count Her In, and access the full report.

Comments can be sent to Letetia Wilson at (541) 738-8319 x308 or click here to email Letetia.

How to Help Survivors of Domestic Violence

2016-10-15T11:17:00.000-07:00

How to Help a Survivors of Domestic Violence

Believe them.

Don't blame them, by asking questions like "Why do you stay?". Tell them the abuse is not their fault.

Save CARDV's 24-hour crisis and support line in your phone and share the number with survivors:.
(541-754-0110 or 1-800-927-0197)

Offer support. Let them know you are available. Listen.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse

call CARDV at (541) 754-0110 or (800) 927-0197.

All calls are confidential. Se habla espanol.
Click here for more information on Domestic Violence.

Count Her In

2016-10-14T14:32:00.000-07:00

Oregon’s 2 million women and girls make extraordinary contributions to the well-being of our state. The Women’s Foundation of Oregon’s 2016 report, Count Her In, which found that in Oregon:

Women vote at higher rates than men.
Women hold elected office at some of the highest rates in America.
Women and girls commit fewer than 5% of the violent crimes.

Issues that Can’t Wait:

Over half of the state’s female population have experienced sexual or domestic violence - one of the highest rates in the country.
Women and girls of color experience increased barriers, including poverty rates that are nearly twice as high as white women and girls.
Women earn between 53-83 cents (depending on race or ethnicity) for every dollar white men earn. Oregon’s gender wealth gap is among the largest in the nation.

In many communities these problems aren’t being discussed. Everyone can help by starting a conversation:

Ask school leaders how to get more girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) classes, and for the girls’ sports teams to have the same quality equipment as the boys’ teams.
Ask employers for pay transparency, paid family leave, and more women in leadership positions.
Support organizations serving women and girls in your community.
Share the information from this report. It’s hard to solve problems that no one is talking about.

More information at www.womensfoundationoforegon.org or click here to read the full report.

Shelter Shower

2016-10-06T14:57:00.000-07:00

Thirty-five years ago CARDV was founded and operated almost entirely by volunteers. In January of 1982 when we opened our first shelter it was a huge step in providing safety for survivors in Linn and Benton counties.

CARDV provides shelter to nearly 200 adults and children each year. All basic needs are met through donations by the community. We have given away countless bottles of shampoo, packages of diapers and tubes of toothpaste. Local quilting groups have provided thousands of quilts for survivors and their children.

Over the years, the City of Corvallis and several service groups have helped us update and renovate our shelters, giving residents a more comfortable experience.

In honor of our 35th anniversary, we are hosting a Shelter Shower to update many items in our shelters. We are excited to invite you to participate by donating new (and some like-new) items used by survivors including:

Board games
DVD’s and players (no VHS please)
Children’s books (English and Spanish)
Back yard toys, including sports equipment
Infant and Child car seats (must be new)
Full-size stroller (like-new accepted)
Twin sheets (new or like-new)
Infant play-yard/Pack-N-Play
Coffee maker and electric kettle

Click here to view our online registry Remember to sign into smile.amazon.com to maximize donations to CARDV.

(Or go to smile.amazon.com, log-in, select Lists, chick on Find a List or Registry, type in CARDV.)

Online registry items can be shipped to CARDV's Administrative Office:

Attn: Shelter Coordinator
CARDV
4786 SW Philomath Blvd.
Corvallis, OR 97333

Questions? Contact Molly at 541-758-0219 x313

Purple Streamers for Survivors

2016-09-30T09:32:00.003-07:00

It is up to each of us to take a stand against domestic violence. One in four women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime and we believe these statistics are too high.

Purple is the official color representing domestic violence awareness. Help us paint the town purple to raise awareness of this very important issue in our communities.

Local agencies have partner with CARDV to host interactive community displays. Residents are invited to participate by adding purple streamers to the lawn displays in your communities, or start your own display. See below for a list of display and streamer pick-up locations. Donations for the streamers are greatly appreciated.

Find a display near you:

Lebanon
Lebanon Justice Center, 40 N 2nd St., #100

Streamers can be picked up in the lobby.

Sweet Home
Sweet Home Police Department, 1950 Main St.

Streamers can be picked up at Linn Co Federal Credit Union, 1428 Main St.

Philomath
Philomath Fire & Rescue, 1035 Main St.

Streamer can be picked up at Hair It Is Salon, 1130 Main Street. Please call for hours: (541) 929-4567.

Want to help? Contact us if you would like to host a display and/or streamer pick-up.

Other ways to support domestic violence survivors:

Wear purple on Tuesdays to support Purple Tie Tuesdays
Attend one of our dine-out events (click here to see our full calendar)
Host a cell phone collection site/drive (click here to download instructions and posters)
Post restroom stickers and/or awareness posters (contact us to get supplies)
Vote with your shopping dollars with AmazonSmile and Fred Meyer Community Rewards.

For more information, ideas, and materials to help you get involved, contact us at (541) 758-0219 x302 or email Jennifer Morris.

Old Spaghetti Factory - Let's Eat Out! benefit for CARDV

2016-09-28T11:02:00.000-07:00

Download and present this flyer* and The Old Spaghetti Factory will donate 15% of your dinner's proceeds to CARDV.

Tue., October 25, 2016

11:30a-9:00p

The Old Spaghetti Factory

603 NW 2nd Street, Corvallis

Click here for directions.

Reserve your space today: (541) 738-7877

(Click here to download flyer)

*Flyer must be presented during your visit in order for CARDV to receive proceeds. Dine-in only. Reservations recommended.

Enjoy great food, for a great cause!
Click here to view The Old Spaghetti Factory's large variety of menu items.