Catholic Charities of Des Moines Volunteer Opportunities


DVSART (Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Response Team)

Respond to hospital calls as an advocate for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, offering emotional support, information, and referrals to community resources. Training is required and provided by the program. On-call shifts are after hours and weekends.

Mission Statement

Catholic Charities’ Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program provides services to anyone facing these issues through a 24-hour crisis phone line, emergency shelter, court advocacy, empowerment education, support groups and outreach to underserved populations. Catholic Charities’ Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault program serves nine counties in southwest Iowa: Audubon, Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby.

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