A Message from the Director of the DPRC
Domestic Violence is prevalent in our society. Many of us know someone who is a victim. This person may be a family member, friend, colleague or ourself. Most people want to help, but don't know how. The Diane Peppler Resouce Center is availible 24 hours / seven dayas a week / 365 days a year. We offer support and guidance not only to a survivor, but also to anyone seeking infomation.
Volunteers Needed!
Currently the DPRC has twelve active volunteers, and is in desperate need for more. Volunteers monitor the crisis phone every night from 11 p.m. until 7:45 a.m. The crisis phone is transfered to the volunteer's home phone or cell phone, so volunteers remain at their home (or with their cell phone), and simply need to be availible to answer their phone should it ring. There are no residency requirements for volunteers - current volunteers live in all three counties that the DPRC serves, and there are even volunteers in the lower penninsual of Michigan! All volunteers are provided with training so they are able to answer questions and be prepared for situations which may arise. If you are interested in helping with this vital program service, please contact the DPRC at 635-0566 for more information and to sign up for a training session.