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Mission

The mission of the Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault (CAASA) is to eliminate personal, institutional, and societal violence against individuals by empowering victims/survivors and providing supportive programs and services.

 

Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault (CAASA) is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing services for victims of sexual violence in Buena Vista, Calhoun, Carroll, Cherokee, Clay, Crawford, Dickinson, Emmet, Ida, Lyon, Monona, O'Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Sac, Sioux, and Woodbury Counties.

CAASA Services

Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault (CAASA) provides services to victims and survivors of sexual assault and sexual abuse. All services are free and confidential to all men, women, and children. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please call our HopeLine for help or more information!

 

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Services

24 Hour Crisis Hotline

CAASA has a 24/7 Hope Line that provides support, crisis intervention, resources, and most importantly, a confidential person to talk to in times of need. Whether you are in crisis, want more information, or just want to speak with someone, a trained advocate will be available to help you.

1-877-362-4612

Support Group

Support groups provide a safe place to share experiences, express feelings, and learn skills that support the process of healing from sexual violence. All CAASA support groups are confidential and free of charge. Please call our 24/7 Hope Line to check availability in your area!

Individual Support and Advocacy

Advocates can provide emotional support and help survivors process their experience. They can provide knowledge and ongoing counseling services, helping each person understand their goals, suggest coping strategies, and help survivors on their journey of healing.

Medical and Legal Advocacy

CAASA’s legal and medical advocates can help aid in the legal and medical process such as court, the hospital for the medical exam, any urgent needs, and ensure that survivors understand their rights and options. CAASA's advocates are mobile and can travel and meet you at the hospital, police department, courthouse, or other locations as needed.

Support Services for Loved Ones

Friends and family members can be greatly affected when someone whom they care about experiences sexual assault or abuse. If you can better understand your own feelings, you can better address your own reactions and provide support to the survivor. CAASA provides services for loved ones, regardless if the survivor is receiving services.

Safety Planning

Safety can be an ongoing worry for anyone impacted by sexual abuse. Safety planning is a crucial tool in helping assess and brainstorm ideas to stay safe and help reduce to the risk of future harm. We can safely plan for future crises, discuss options and other ways to deal with stressful situations. Feeling safe is an important step in the healing process.

Prevention Education Training

CAASA provides free sexual violence prevention education and training in the counties we serve. Training and education can be provided to adults, children, and professionals and is great for organizations that serve youth and for those concerned about the safety of children. Check with your local schools to see if they are offering our presentations!

Crisis Intervention

During the time of crisis, CAASA advocates are available to discuss options, connect survivors with resources, and provide crisis counseling. CAASA provides emergency shelter, transportation to safety, and other housing options to victims of sexual abuse.

Information, Referral, and Networking

CAASA provides information, resources, and if needed, we can refer survivors to the correct community partner to help provide the best possible service/care. Many communities we serve have Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART) that provide coordinated services for victims of sexual abuse.

"A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal"

 

- Steve Maraboli -

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Office Information

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Main Office

P.O. Box 996
Spencer, Iowa 51301

Office Number: 
712.363.5042
Fax Number: 
712.262.7616

Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm

24/7 Hope Line: 1.877.362.4612

Other Offices

 

Executive Director
Stephanie Henrich
stephanie@caasaonline.org
712-363-5488

Training and Volunteer Coordinator
Morgan Campbell
morgan@caasaonline.org
712-362-3200

Office Manager
Courtney Lappegard
courtney@caasaonline.org
712-363-5042

 

 

 

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