Rebuilding Safe and Hopeful Lives in Washoe County since 1977
A Leader in the Field of Domestic Violence Advocacy
The Domestic Violence Resource Center (formerly the Committee to Aid Abused Women) provides free services for people experiencing family violence. We connect individuals and families in Washoe County with essential resources to help them restore safety and reclaim their lives.
Providing Support in Any and All Capacities
With access to our support groups, housing options and legal referrals, those who come to the Domestic Violence Resource Center for help are able to start rebuilding their lives immediately. Whether it’s a phone call to our 24-hour hotline 775.329.4150 for advice or a need for immediate emergency help like housing, the Domestic Violence Resource Center provides support in any and all capacities for families experiencing violence.
Here at the Domestic Violence Resource Center, it is extremely important that those who reach out for help feel safe and comfortable at all times. We offer full anonymity and are always there for victims when needed.
Our Philosophy
Connecting individuals and families in Washoe County with essential resources to help them restore safety and reclaim their lives.
Our Values
Connect
Keep It Integral
The Domestic Violence Resource Center provides free services for people experiencing family violence. We connect individuals and families in Washoe County with essential resources to help them restore safety and reclaim their lives.
Support
In All Capacities
With access to our support groups, housing options and legal referrals, those who come to the Domestic Violence Resource Center for help are able to start rebuilding their lives immediately.
Accessibility
Anytime, Anywhere
Whether it’s a phone call to our 24-hour hotline 775.329.4150 for advice or a need for immediate emergency help like housing, the Domestic Violence Resource Center provides support in any and all capacities for families experiencing violence.
Safety
It’s Our Priority
Here at the Domestic Violence Resource Center, it is extremely important that those who reach out for help feel safe and comfortable at all times. We offer full anonymity and are always there for victims when needed.
Staff
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Alyssa Ropell Development Coordinator
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Aria Overli Volunteer Coordinator
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Barbara Jaudulso Shelter Advocate
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Debra Herzig Facilities/Office Coordinator
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Gabby Lopez Children's Advocate
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Grecia Chavez Receptionist
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Kristen Kennedy Executive Director
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Malena Raymond HR & Compliance Manager
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Maritza Contreras Shelter Advocate
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Miriam Esparza Marketing & Communications Coordinator
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Sayde Martin Advocate
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Sonia Aguilar Advocate
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Sylvia Gonzalez Director of Client Services
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Tracy Geraghty TPO Advocate Specialist
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Board of Directors
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Alfredo Alonso Principal, Lewis Roca
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Alise Porto Switch
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Arnold Maurins Community Volunteer
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Eugenia Larmore EKAY Economic Consultants, Inc.
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Felicia O’ Carroll Community Volunteer
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Jim Richardson Community Volunteer
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Laura Jacobsen Ormat Technologies Inc.
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Lesley Pittman Sierra Strategies LLC
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Lisa Harris NV Energy
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Margaret Friedrichs Community Volunteer
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Marlene Lockard The Lockard Group
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Michele Attaway Realtor, HomeGate Realty
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Rene Reid Community Volunteer
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Severin Carlson Kaempfer Crowell
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Teresa Benitez-Thompson Social Worker
Our History
Joni Kaiser
FOUNDER
HISTORY
The Domestic Violence Resource Center, formerly known as the Committee to Aid Abused Women (CAAW), was founded by Joni Kaiser in 1977. At that time, CAAW was the first domestic violence program in the state of Nevada. Beginning in a one bedroom apartment, Joni and a coalition of community supporters grew CAAW to ultimately provide supportive services at five community locations. As a leader in the field of domestic violence advocacy, the Domestic Violence Resource Center is committed to offering state-of-the-art life saving services including: a 24-hour emergency hotline 775.329.4150 advocacy and individualized case management, emergency shelter, transitional housing and protection order assistance.
Rebrand
2017 REBOOT
Today
Always moving forward
Domestic Violence Resource Center’s services includes a 24-hour emergency hotline, advocacy and individualized case management, emergency shelter, transitional housing and Temporary Protection Order (TPO) assistance.