LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lake Family Resource Center is commemorating Domestic Violence Awareness Month throughout October.
Among the events the center is hosting to raise community awareness this month is a candlelight vigil, which will take place beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, in Library Park on Park Street in Lakeport.
The vigil is held each year to raise awareness of domestic violence, recognize those who have made a difference in the fight against domestic violence and remember those who are no longer with us because of domestic violence.
The public is encouraged to come out and hear guest speakers talk about domestic violence within the area. Candles and refreshments will be provided.
Lake Family Resource Center is determined to call awareness to the tragedy of domestic violence in the hope of ending it in Lake County.
The center provides a multitude of services to build family stability and strength, including the Freedom House domestic violence shelter.
The agency supports Lake County residents in achieving stable, self-sufficient and healthy families and communities. Call them at 707-279-0563 to find out more about what they offer.