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SAVA-Providing Victim Support And Prevention Programs To Help End Sexual Assault

The Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAVA) Center’s mission is to provide crisis intervention, advocacy and counseling for all those affected by sexual violence and provide prevention programs through community outreach and education. SAVA envisions a culture change that results in the end of sexual violence.

courtesy of SAVA

SAVA began as a rape crisis hotline in 1976 under the Larimer Center for Mental Health and, in 2003, became an independent nonprofit agency. In October 2010, SAVA expanded its services to include neighboring Weld County. SAVA now serves as the only rape crisis center in Larimer and Weld Counties dedicated exclusively to serving the needs of sexual assault survivors.

Each year, SAVA provides confidential support to over 600 victims of sexual assault and provides education to over 1,000 community members and 4,000 students. SAVA is a member of Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), the Colorado Organization of Victim’s Assistance (COVA), and the Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CCASA).

courtesy of SAVA

SAVA offers confidential and free services to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones.

  • 24-Hour Rape Crisis Hotline- Trained advocates provide free and confidential support for survivors      and their loved ones. available any time: (970) 472-4200 or (877) 352-7273.
  • Individual Advocacy- Individual and confidential support throughout medical and legal.

Find out more about SAVA and volunteer opportunities available

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