HAVEN SERVICES

A large part of HAVEN's prevention strategy is focused on our partnerships with area schools. School programs are presented in the classroom in an age appropriate manner and are designed to raise awareness and give information on how to seek help for domestic/dating violence and sexual assault. Staff in-services and parent information sessions are also available.

The Helping Kids Help Themselves (also called "Good Touch, Bad Touch") curriculum is presented to students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade, since the average onset of child sexual abuse is between the ages of six and eight. HAVEN's mascot, Daisy, is often used in these presentations and helps the children understand personal safety and body ownership. Daisy also makes public appearances at various functions throughout southeastern Michigan.

An estimated 3.3 - 10 million children witness domestic violence at home each year. In response to these staggering figures, HAVEN created the Peace Begins At Home curriculum for children in 3rd - 5th grades. Educators focus on teaching children to understand that it is never their fault if the grownups around them are violent, there are things they can do to stay safe, and how to get help in an emergency.

Because bullying and sexual harassment have become so prevalent, HAVEN's Gender Respect program was created as a way to aid children in developing safe and respectful relationships with their peers. Students learn what behaviors constitute gender disrespect and actions they can take to protect themselves. This program is specifically designed for students in grades 3 - 5.

Skills for Violence-Free Relationships concentrates on raising middle school and high school students' awareness of sexual assault, dating violence, and sexual harassment. Students are informed about the causes and consequences associated with violence. Presentations are given in a classroom setting over a one to three day period. The program identifies the societal myths surrounding rape and violence; the definition of sexual assault, power and control, consent, and coercion; information about date rape drugs, ways to support a friend and how to seek help at HAVEN.

Schools requesting services are charged a nominal fee for service. To request a school presentation or to speak to someone directly, please contact HAVEN's Community Education department at 248.334.1284 x360 or via mwidman@haven-oakland.org.

Please select another program from the list below

• 24 Hour Crisis & Support Line
• Personal Protection Order Office
• Counseling Program
• Intervention in Battering (IIB)
• Residential Shelter
• Supervised Parenting Time Program
• Advocacy Program
• START Safe Therapeutic Assault Response Team
• Support Groups
• Intern & Volunteer Program
• Board Members

There is so much more we need to do. Lend your time, talent and financial support to HAVEN, together we will put an end to domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.