Although CAPSA may initially be perceived as an organization serving a predominantly female clientele, CAPSA serves both men and women, as well as their accompanying children. In addition to extending services beyond those that choose to identify themselves as female, CAPSA seeks to provide services to everyone no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual identity, or citizenship status.
LGBTQ+ Community
CAPSA recognizes the growing need of services for those within different minority groups. Groups such as the LGBTQ+ community have need of resources for dealing with abuse within the community as much as anyone else. Regardless of the way a person chooses to identify themselves in gender or sexual orientation, relationships of any kind still have the potential of becoming abusive.
As part of helping reach out to this community, CAPSA partners with places such as the Cache Pride Center. Through working with Cache Pride Center, learning opportunities are provided as a chance for individuals to ask questions, voice concerns and reservations, and glean more information about CAPSA services.
Differing Cultures, Beliefs, and Race
Just because a person holds a particular belief, or belongs to a certain culture, does not mean they are exempt from the effects of abuse. In fact, some communities experience abuse at far higher rates than others. For these reasons, independent of cultural background or race, CAPSA’s services are accessible to anyone. CAPSA often partners with CRIC, the Cache Refugee Center, to assist refugees entering Cache Valley that may be survivors of abuse.
CAPSA seeks to provide both trauma informed and culturally informed services for all clients. This is accomplished through the direction, supervision, and outreach plans implemented by trained and informed diversity specialists and a team of experienced and knowledgeable advocates.
Service For Everyone
Domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as any form of abuse, is not unique to any one group of people. It is a pervasive issue that can affect any person no matter their age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or social status. Knowing this, it is apparent that services for survivors of abuse should be tailored to fit the needs of all people. CAPSA understands this and therefore prioritizes services that apply to everyone. Our caseworkers and advocates are trained to work with diverse populations.
If you or someone you love is a survivor of abuse, and if you have questions about how CAPSA services can best suit your unique needs, call CAPSA at 435-753-2500. CAPSA Advocates can help you find hope and safety with a personalized plan in line with your specific needs and goals.
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In recent communications, I have shared the steps CAPSA has taken to ensure the safety of our staff and clients all while implementing new tools and processes to continue delivering essential life-saving services.
We know domestic violence has increased during this crisis; with social distancing, many victims are now trapped with their abusers and increased fear and anxiety often trigger escalated abuse. Although we are a nonprofit these changes have incurred significant costs, such as implemented technology and expanded services to ensure individuals and families have a safe place to escape abuse and are able to heal from the associated trauma.
Today I want to share a few stories of those we are serving during this crisis.
THERE IS STILL PROTECTION
A client who recently escaped a very scary relationship approached CAPSA for help. CAPSA met with her via a telehealth like service; through this web tool, our expert caseworker was able to help with safety planning, complete a protective order and submit the protective order online.
Due to changes in court processes, her court hearing was over the phone. This client called her caseworker after and said, “I am actually thankful for the coronavirus. I am not sure I would have had the courage to stand in the same courtroom as my abuser.”
Her protective order was awarded. CAPSA will continue to support her via web and phone meetings. We cannot do this work without your support.
THE GIFT OF A SAFE PLACE
CAPSA’s emergency shelter is for individuals and families who become homeless to escape domestic violence. To increase social distancing and reduce shared spaces, CAPSA has changed our onsite shelter capacity and is utilizing hotels and other offsite shelter options – CAPSA continues our zero turn away policy to qualifying individuals.
To provide a safe space for a client, we placed them in a hotel for several days until there was room in our onsite shelter. Here is her description of entering shelter:
“I never could have imagined that I would be able to feel safe and integrated again in my life. This [shelter] environment is so welcoming and supportive. This was the first time since the abuse began that I was able to sleep without nightmares. When I was shown my room, I saw a “care packet” on my bed; I cried and cried because I felt so blessed. It was such a good feeling after so long of being in crisis mode!”
She had a safe place because of your support.
HELP EVEN DURING A CRISIS
For the last year, CAPSA has supported a client with casework, court advocacy and clinical therapy services. She came to CAPSA because her husband was extremely emotionally and sexually abusive. COVID-19 has been extremely challenging because of the general anxiety and increased responsibilities of working from home, homeschooling and her ex-husband using the pandemic as a way to manipulate court ordered parent time.
CAPSA’s ability to continue offering online therapy has been extremely useful to help her feel supported. She told her therapist, “thank you… it’s so helpful to continue to have some outside perspective with all of this going on.” While her stressors have increased, because of your support, she has continued to make progress on managing anxiety and feeling peace.
With your help, she has access to quality, FREE clinical therapy.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
These clients only had support because of you and supporters like you.
We cannot perform this work without community support during normal time, let alone during a global pandemic. With the increased demand for services, the additional cost to provide those services and the reduction in donations and revenue, we need your support now more than ever. We are projecting a $150,000+ shortage over the next 12 months.
If you are in a position to donate at any level – please go to www.capsa.org/donate This money will support essential services.
Thank you for your support,
Jill W. Anderson
CAPSA| Executive Director
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CAPSA’s Clinical Therapy is for primary and secondary survivors of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault and other types of abuse. This service is free and confidential.
CAPSA offers therapy to help heal from the trauma associated with abuse. It is not easy, particularly in the moment when survivors are still dealing with the fallout of abuse or for those who experienced their abuse as children and never had access to support.
Value to Survivors
It is very common for survivors to feel they have no one to talk to, no one they can share their story with safely – knowing they will be believed and taken seriously. Especially with loved ones and people they are close with, the fear that sharing will change or ruin the relationship can be paralyzing and prevent healing.
CAPSA’s Therapy provides an opportunity to share their story without fear of judgement or retaliation. Therapy gives survivors a chance to unload and to let go of that stress so they can begin to move on.
Value to Secondary Survivors
The reality is that most friends and family want to help – but they often are not sure how. The fear that saying the wrong thing or not knowing the right way to support someone will make the situation worse often prevents people who care from helping. Even when they do help, loved ones providing support often face stress and added trauma themselves, as well as feelings of helplessness knowing they cannot magically make the survivor feel whole.
CAPSA’s Therapy service provides an opportunity for Secondary Survivors to feel support, receive advice, and gain information about helping their loved ones. It provides support and reassurance so that they can heal, too.
If you need help
If you or a loved one has experienced domestic violence, sexual assault or rape, CAPSA can help. Our services continue to be available through the Covid19 crisis and CAPSA’s Advocates stand ready to provide support to those in need.
Please, call CAPSA’s Support Line at 435-753-2500 to find out how we can help.
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Serving The Underserved
Serving the Underserved
Although CAPSA may initially be perceived as an organization serving a predominantly female clientele, CAPSA serves both men and women, as well as their accompanying children. In addition to extending services beyond those that choose to identify themselves as female, CAPSA seeks to provide services to everyone no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual identity, or citizenship status.
LGBTQ+ Community
CAPSA recognizes the growing need of services for those within different minority groups. Groups such as the LGBTQ+ community have need of resources for dealing with abuse within the community as much as anyone else. Regardless of the way a person chooses to identify themselves in gender or sexual orientation, relationships of any kind still have the potential of becoming abusive.
As part of helping reach out to this community, CAPSA partners with places such as the Cache Pride Center. Through working with Cache Pride Center, learning opportunities are provided as a chance for individuals to ask questions, voice concerns and reservations, and glean more information about CAPSA services.
Differing Cultures, Beliefs, and Race
Just because a person holds a particular belief, or belongs to a certain culture, does not mean they are exempt from the effects of abuse. In fact, some communities experience abuse at far higher rates than others. For these reasons, independent of cultural background or race, CAPSA’s services are accessible to anyone. CAPSA often partners with CRIC, the Cache Refugee Center, to assist refugees entering Cache Valley that may be survivors of abuse.
CAPSA seeks to provide both trauma informed and culturally informed services for all clients. This is accomplished through the direction, supervision, and outreach plans implemented by trained and informed diversity specialists and a team of experienced and knowledgeable advocates.
Service For Everyone
Domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as any form of abuse, is not unique to any one group of people. It is a pervasive issue that can affect any person no matter their age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or social status. Knowing this, it is apparent that services for survivors of abuse should be tailored to fit the needs of all people. CAPSA understands this and therefore prioritizes services that apply to everyone. Our caseworkers and advocates are trained to work with diverse populations.
If you or someone you love is a survivor of abuse, and if you have questions about how CAPSA services can best suit your unique needs, call CAPSA at 435-753-2500. CAPSA Advocates can help you find hope and safety with a personalized plan in line with your specific needs and goals.
Update about COVID-19
In recent communications, I have shared the steps CAPSA has taken to ensure the safety of our staff and clients all while implementing new tools and processes to continue delivering essential life-saving services.
We know domestic violence has increased during this crisis; with social distancing, many victims are now trapped with their abusers and increased fear and anxiety often trigger escalated abuse. Although we are a nonprofit these changes have incurred significant costs, such as implemented technology and expanded services to ensure individuals and families have a safe place to escape abuse and are able to heal from the associated trauma.
Today I want to share a few stories of those we are serving during this crisis.
THERE IS STILL PROTECTION
Due to changes in court processes, her court hearing was over the phone. This client called her caseworker after and said, “I am actually thankful for the coronavirus. I am not sure I would have had the courage to stand in the same courtroom as my abuser.”
Her protective order was awarded. CAPSA will continue to support her via web and phone meetings. We cannot do this work without your support.
THE GIFT OF A SAFE PLACE
To provide a safe space for a client, we placed them in a hotel for several days until there was room in our onsite shelter. Here is her description of entering shelter:
“I never could have imagined that I would be able to feel safe and integrated again in my life. This [shelter] environment is so welcoming and supportive. This was the first time since the abuse began that I was able to sleep without nightmares. When I was shown my room, I saw a “care packet” on my bed; I cried and cried because I felt so blessed. It was such a good feeling after so long of being in crisis mode!”
She had a safe place because of your support.
HELP EVEN DURING A CRISIS
CAPSA’s ability to continue offering online therapy has been extremely useful to help her feel supported. She told her therapist, “thank you… it’s so helpful to continue to have some outside perspective with all of this going on.” While her stressors have increased, because of your support, she has continued to make progress on managing anxiety and feeling peace.
With your help, she has access to quality, FREE clinical therapy.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
These clients only had support because of you and supporters like you.
We cannot perform this work without community support during normal time, let alone during a global pandemic. With the increased demand for services, the additional cost to provide those services and the reduction in donations and revenue, we need your support now more than ever. We are projecting a $150,000+ shortage over the next 12 months.
If you are in a position to donate at any level – please go to www.capsa.org/donate This money will support essential services.
Thank you for your support,
Jill W. Anderson
CAPSA| Executive Director
Therapy – Primary and Secondary Survivors
CAPSA’s Clinical Therapy is for primary and secondary survivors of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault and other types of abuse. This service is free and confidential.
CAPSA offers therapy to help heal from the trauma associated with abuse. It is not easy, particularly in the moment when survivors are still dealing with the fallout of abuse or for those who experienced their abuse as children and never had access to support.
Value to Survivors
It is very common for survivors to feel they have no one to talk to, no one they can share their story with safely – knowing they will be believed and taken seriously. Especially with loved ones and people they are close with, the fear that sharing will change or ruin the relationship can be paralyzing and prevent healing.
CAPSA’s Therapy provides an opportunity to share their story without fear of judgement or retaliation. Therapy gives survivors a chance to unload and to let go of that stress so they can begin to move on.
Value to Secondary Survivors
The reality is that most friends and family want to help – but they often are not sure how. The fear that saying the wrong thing or not knowing the right way to support someone will make the situation worse often prevents people who care from helping. Even when they do help, loved ones providing support often face stress and added trauma themselves, as well as feelings of helplessness knowing they cannot magically make the survivor feel whole.
CAPSA’s Therapy service provides an opportunity for Secondary Survivors to feel support, receive advice, and gain information about helping their loved ones. It provides support and reassurance so that they can heal, too.
If you need help
If you or a loved one has experienced domestic violence, sexual assault or rape, CAPSA can help. Our services continue to be available through the Covid19 crisis and CAPSA’s Advocates stand ready to provide support to those in need.
Please, call CAPSA’s Support Line at 435-753-2500 to find out how we can help.