Our Student Advisory Board is hosting a Chalk About Love event for Hays High School on Friday, February 23rd during Pride Time. Students will be sharing messages, words, and drawings of safe, positive, and healthy relationships for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
We’ve partnered with Hays Public Library to host our Book Club for Teens again this semester! This month we will discuss Sadie by Courtney Summers. Make sure to mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the fun – grab your copy of Sadie and join us for an exciting book discussion! See you there! #BookClub #Teens #BookClubforTeens #Sadie #CourtneySummers #Library #HaysPublicLibrary #Discussion #Options #Books #Reading #Wednesdays
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Tuesdays at 5:30 at our Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202. #SupportGroup #Empower #Heal #Thrive #SupportHeals #BreakTheSilence #Solidarity
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Wednesday at 5:30 at our Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202 #SupportGroup #Empower #Heal #Thrive #SupportHeals #BreakTheSilence #Solidarity
Pattern Changing Class Session 5 of 12 Join us for this FREE 12-week course where we’ll explore boosting self-esteem, understanding childhood trauma’s impact, and mastering healthy boundaries and assertiveness. Classes will be held both in-person and on Zoom every Thursday evening at 5:30 pm. In-person sessions will take place at our Colby Office, 1480 W Read More
Support Group is canceled tonight. We will meet next week on Tuesday, March 19th. Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Tuesdays at 5:30 at our Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at Read More
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Wednesday at 5:30 at our Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202 #SupportGroup #Empower #Heal #Thrive #SupportHeals #BreakTheSilence #Solidarity
Pattern Changing Class Session 6 of 12 Join us for this FREE 12-week course where we’ll explore boosting self-esteem, understanding childhood trauma’s impact, and mastering healthy boundaries and assertiveness. Classes will be held both in-person and on Zoom every Thursday evening at 5:30 pm. In-person sessions will take place at our Colby Office, 1480 W Read More
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Tuesdays at 5:30 at our Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202. #SupportGroup #Empower #Heal #Thrive #SupportHeals #BreakTheSilence #Solidarity
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Wednesday at 5:30 at our Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave. (Zoom is available.) For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202 #SupportGroup #Empower #Heal #Thrive #SupportHeals #BreakTheSilence #Solidarity
Pattern Changing Class Session 7 of 12 Join us for this FREE 12-week course where we’ll explore boosting self-esteem, understanding childhood trauma’s impact, and mastering healthy boundaries and assertiveness. Classes will be held both in-person and on Zoom every Thursday evening at 5:30 pm. In-person sessions will take place at our Colby Office, 1480 W Read More
This powerful art installation challenges the harmful myth that the clothing someone is wearing is an invitation for sexual assault. Through the display of clothing worn by survivors at the time of their assault, the exhibit aims to spark conversation, raise awareness, and foster empathy.
History
In October 1983, individuals from the City of Hays and Fort Hays State University began an agency to meet the needs for victims of domestic and sexual violence in rural western Kansas.
Our Services
Options Domestic & Sexual Violence Services is a non-profit organization that helps victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, human trafficking, and teen dating violence.
24-Hour Support
Helpline, Messaging, Crisis Intervention, Medical and Law Enforcement Advocacy, Safe Shelter, and Emergency Accommodations
Additional Support Services
Personal and Court Advocacy, Supportive Counseling, Support Groups, Classes, Child/Youth Services, Parent and Child Advocacy, Community Awareness and Education, Emergency Financial Assistance, Clothing and Other Goods.
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