Play in the 3rd Annual CARDV Classic!

Register now for the 3rd Annual CARDV Classic Golf Tournament! Tanglewood Golf Course in Fulton, MO will once again host our annual fundraising tournament on Friday, June 2, 2006. Get the details and registration form

Our Mission

To empower individuals in making choices that will lead them to take control of their lives and maximize their potential for safer, healthier living. CARDV is opposed to the use of violence and intimidation to control another person:CARDV wants to break the patterns of family violence that exist in our community.

Our Vision

To provide victims more access to services in their community.
To build a coordinated community response to rape and domestic violence.
To create a system that holds batterers and predators accountable.
To raise children free from the legacy of domestic and/or sexaul assault.

Our Services

Local and Toll Free Crisis Line

Available 24 hours a day providing emotional support, referral information and safety planning

Emergency Temporary Shelter

Hotel or motel placement to victims of domestic violence or sexual assault (and their children) who are fleeing abusive situations

Crisis Intervention

Non-therapeutic one-on-one sessions which provide emotional support, resource information, and advocacy during an immediate crisis.

Case Management

One-on-one sessions to help victims develop and meet life goals.

Court Advocacy

Assistance provided to victims of domestic violence or sexual assault in completing and filing Emergency Orders of Protection or Child Orders of Protection. Court preparation plus service referrals are available. Upon request, advocates are available to accompany victims to their hearings.

Emergency Room Advocacy

Sexual assault or domestic violence victim and advocacy services are available on site at the request of the victim.

Counseling

Services are provided to help victims deal with the aftermath of victimization.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Education

Individual sessions regarding the nature and dynamics of domestic or sexual assault.

Community Education

Presentations are available to local clubs and organizations regarding CARDV services, domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, sexual harassment or community response.

Support Group

Weekly sessions offering group support and recovery from domestic violence or sexual assault.

Referrals

CARDV offers referrals to other service agencies within our community.

Volunteer training

CARDV offers free volunteer training. For information, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (573) 642-1418