This February, Crisis Center of West Texas recognized Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. As part of our programming, the CCWTX Prevention Team presented a new curriculum to Ector County ISD nurses: Teen Dating Violence & Health Care Providers. 20% of teen girls report experiences of physical or sexual violence in a relationship. Approximately a quarter of teens experience some form …
Attorneys Added to Crisis Center of West Texas Team
This month, Crisis Center of West Texas added two attorneys to our team. Please join us in welcoming Gaven Norris (left) and Marc Chastain (right)! Norris and Chastain will join as a part of our Legal Assistance Program. Through the program, they will be available to provide representation on civil issues such as protective orders for family violence, stalking, or …
A Crisis Center Christmas
A Crisis Center Christmas ‘Twas the week before Christmas, when all through the Crisis Center Not an office was empty, not even the Director; The building was filled up with people who care, About West Texans in crisis who need someone there; The staff met last Friday, to celebrate the year, With sweaters and gifts and holiday cheer; But the …
Thanksgiving at Crisis Center of West Texas
On the eve of Thanksgiving 2017, the Crisis Center of West Texas is giving thanks for the generosity of the West Texas community. We have seen this community’s kindness throughout the year, and want to offer our thanks to a few of those who have reached out to us and our clients during this holiday season. On Sunday, November 19, …
Oil changes for Angel House Shelter survivors make a difference
Cummins Sales and Service and Valvoline stepped up in a big way, donating labor, oil and parts to service the cars of domestic violence survivors staying at the Crisis Center of West Texas’ Angel House Shelter on Saturday. “We are so proud to partner with Valvoline and Cummins Diesel to provide oil changes and services to domestic violence victims,” Crisis …