Victim Services Inc.

03/13/2026

Operation: BeYoutiful’s incredible generosity will have a lasting impact on our community, enabling us to provide vital support to survivors. We're also thankful to U-Haul Moving & Storage of Johnstown for donating a moving truck to aid our efforts. 💜🩵

03/13/2026

Be part of something special and help us make a difference in our community! We're partnering with the Johnstown Tomahawks to collect nonperishable food items for our shelter, and as a thank you, all donors will be entered to win a Tomahawk merchandise basket. See you there!

03/11/2026

🌱 Medical Trauma Therapy Group – Healing Together 🌱
Struggling with trauma from medical experiences? Birth/NICU, chronic illness, procedures, caregiving, disability, or ongoing medical care? You’re not alone.
Join our supportive group for therapeutic support, psychoeducation, and community.

📅 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 4–5 PM (12-week sessions)
📍 Victim Services Inc., Johnstown, PA
Facilitated by Karen Cummings-Wedding, M.A., NCC
Call to register or learn more: 814-288-4961
Email: kcumingswedding@cambriasomersetvts.org

Break the stigma. Heal together. 💙

03/10/2026

🌸 Adult Survivor Support Group 🌸
Safe, confidential Zoom space for adult survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault.
Connection • Healing • Empowerment

Tuesdays @ 2:00 PM via Zoom
Facilitated by Lisa Hagererich, LCSW
Open enrollment: Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct (first month of each quarter)
Interested? Email Lisa: lhagererich@cambriasomersetvs.org
or call (814) 288-4961

You are not alone. Your healing matters. 💜

03/09/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and this year VS is teaming up with Kings Row Tattoo to make a difference! Kings Row Tattoo will be hosting a tattoo event throughout April featuring the empowering designs you see below. Each design is $50 and can be black/gray or color. You can make an appointment with Kings Row or walk in! All proceeds will go to Victim Services Inc! Once you’re all inked up, share your story. ❤️

03/06/2026

Be part of a powerful movement at Take Back the Night, held at the Bottle Works. Hear inspiring stories from survivors, enjoy local music, and show your support for a safer, more compassionate community. All proceeds will fund Victim Services' vital work.

03/05/2026

Across Pennsylvania, advocates answer crisis calls, accompany survivors to hospitals and courtrooms, provide counseling, and deliver prevention education in schools.

These services are essential — but they require sustainable funding.

Today Rep. Kinkead elevated the voices of survivors and pushed for the investment our communities need.

“The state budget is a moral document and we are not sending the right message to sexual assault survivors by making this funding a political football” – Rep. Kinkead

Do the right thing and fully fund survivors.

03/05/2026

March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, and this year we’re shining a light on something many people don’t realize:

Brain injuries caused by domestic violence are far more common than most people think.

Survivors may experience traumatic brain injuries from:
• blows to the head
• strangulation
• being violently shaken
• being pushed into objects

These injuries are often invisible and undiagnosed, yet they can affect memory, concentration, emotions, and daily functioning.

Many survivors aren’t “forgetful,” “distracted,” or “overreacting.”
They may be living with the lasting effects of brain injury.

This graphic shares 7 things survivors wish people understood about brain injury.
Listening, believing, and responding with compassion can make a powerful difference.

Throughout March we will be sharing information about:

🧠 recognizing the signs of brain injury
🧠 why screening matters
🧠 how communities and professionals can better support survivors

Let’s raise awareness about the invisible injury and ensure survivors receive the support they deserve.

02/26/2026

To all our current and former SANEs, we see you and we appreciate all you do!

02/22/2026

02/13/2026