Idaho News 6
Domestic Violence Awareness Month puts focus on resources in Ada County
Ada County sees rise in domestic violence calls
Key points (ReadOut summary)
- Ada County Victim Services Center reports increased calls for domestic violence and sexual assault services
- Trina Allen attributes increase to population growth and greater awareness of abuse
- October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the 25th anniversary of the Ada County Community Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner team
- The forensic examiner team conducted 165 exams over the past 12 months with 10 specially trained nurses
- Center at 417 S. 6th St. in Boise offers free 24-hour services including legal support and counseling
The Ada County Victim Services Center is seeing an increase in calls for service involving domestic violence and sexual assault as local providers connect survivors with medical care, counseling and legal support.