KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Lake Family Resource Center is recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month throughout October with a variety of activities, including a 40-hour domestic violence volunteer and response training.  
 
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 2, through Saturday, Nov. 1, the training will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lake Family Resource Center is pleased to announce that Big Valley Rancheria will be hosting the training again this year at Konocti Vista Casino’s banquet room, located at 2755 Mission Rancheria Road in Lakeport.

This training is free and open to the public.

Persons who successfully complete the training will be considered certified domestic violence counselors and will have the opportunity to volunteer for Lake Family Resource Center’s Domestic Violence Program.

Volunteer responsibilities can include working at the shelter, answering the community crisis line, supervising children during adult activities, co-facilitating support groups; accompanying domestic violence victims to court and much more.

This training is only offered once a year so call today to reserve your spot for this exciting opportunity.

Other activities during October include the “Because We Have Daughters” Advocacy Walk on Oct. 10 and the Purple Power Walk and Open House on Oct. 11.

If you would like more information about any of these activities please call Lake Family Resource Center at 707-279-0563.

Lake Family Resource Center is determined to raise awareness of the devastation that domestic violence has had in our community and will continue to provide education, information, advocacy and support to those who have suffered. 

Lake Family Resource Center provides a multitude of services to build family stability and strength.

The agency supports Lake County residents in achieving stable, self-sufficient, and healthy families and communities. 

Call today at 707-279-0563 to find out more about what they offer.