Joan's Corner - February 2025 Newsletter
The February 2025 edition of Joan's Koczor's ..keeping you informed newsletter has just been published. This month's newsletter is full of interesting material ...

Joan Koczor
"Domestic violence is violence or other abuse that occurs in a domestic setting, such as in a marriage or cohabitation. Domestic violence is often used as a synonym for intimate partner violence, which is committed by one of the people in an intimate relationship against the other person, and can take place in relationships or between former spouses or partners. In its broadest sense, domestic violence also involves violence against children, parents, or the elderly." Source: Wikipedia
Imagine a world where every teen affected by Childhood Domestic Violence (CDV) and Sexual Abuse finds strength, healing, and hope. At D.O.V.E.S. Network®, we're not just imagining it—we're making it a reality.
D.O.V.E.S.—Daily Overcoming Violence and Embracing Safety—is more than an acronym. It's our promise to every teen we serve. From our home base in Maricopa, Arizona, to our growing network of chapters nationwide, we're on a mission to transform lives and communities.
We're not a therapy center. We're a launchpad for healing, growth, and empowerment. Through our innovative, trauma-informed programs, we offer:
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - We believe equity should be a true norm. We believe in the equality of all and in individual human rights, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, immigration status, age, gender identity/expression, marital status, sexual preference/orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, veteran’s or military status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. We believe in the strength of diversity and value differences among ourselves and our communities.
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Advocating for and empowering people in crisis.
Helping people in crisis and survivors of crime be heard, valued and supported.
The Victim Assistance Program (VAP) will advocate for and empower people in crisis and promote the rights and interests of victims, witnesses, families and communities affected by crime in all facets of the criminal justice system.
VAP Services provided:
. Education of Victim's Rights
. Crisis intervention and emotional support on scene and through investigations
. Information about the police investigations and/or criminal justice process
. Assistance with victim compensation claims
. Referral to community resources
. Assistance with Orders of Protection
. Phone Loan Program
. Court Accompaniment-Municipal Court
. Address Confidentiality Program
Day | Hours |
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Located within the Maricopa Police Department.
39675 W. Civic Center Plaza South
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
Phone:
In an emergency: Dial 911
Non-Emergency: 520-568-3673
Maricopa Police Department: 520-316-6800
Email: VAPS@MARICOPA-AZ.GOV
Keep helpful numbers accessible:
Make a list of important numbers and keep it with you at all times.
Have gas in your car at all times.
Keep your phone charged at all times.
If possible, make copies of important documents and keep them at a trusted friend's home.
If possible, set money aside and keep it at a trusted friend's home.
Hope Women's Center is a faith based, trauma informed care center serving women and teen girls facing any difficult life situation. Whatever the adversity - Hope's holistic approach helps engage, encourage, and equip women in all stages of life. All services are free, and Hope Women's Center has six locations across Arizona.
By Mayo Clinic staff
Domestic violence is a serious threat for many women. Know the signs of an abusive relationship and how to leave a dangerous situation.
Your partner apologizes and says the hurtful behavior won't happen again — but you fear it will. At times you wonder whether you're imagining the abuse, yet the emotional or physical pain you feel is real. If this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing domestic violence.
Domestic violence — also called intimate partner violence — occurs between people in an intimate relationship. Domestic violence can take many forms, including emotional, sexual and physical abuse and threats of abuse. Abuse by a partner can happen to anyone, but domestic violence is most often directed toward women. Domestic violence can happen in heterosexual and same-sex relationships.
Abusive relationships always involve an imbalance of power and control. An abuser uses intimidating, hurtful words and behaviors to control a partner.
Use the link below to access this article on domestic violence from the Mayo Clinic staff.
Domestic Violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner in an intimate relationship to maintain power and control over the other partner. Domestic violence is any physical, sexual, emotional, economic or psychological actions or threats that influence or manipulate the other partner in a relationship. Still not sure your situation is DV?
Ask yourself, does your partner . . .
Hope Women's Center is a faith based, trauma informed care center serving women and teen girls facing any difficult life situation. Whatever the adversity - Hope's holistic approach helps engage, encourage, and equip women in all stages of life. All services are free, and Hope Women's Center has six locations across Arizona.
email: info@hopewomenscenter.org
Against Abuse, Inc. has provided social services in Pinal County, Arizona since 1981. Against Abuse, Inc. is a private non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals and the community to understand the nature and effects of family violence and the resources available to meet the needs of those abused. I
In addition, the agency has taken a proactive role in providing a family focused, culturally sensitive continuum of prevention and intervention services to individuals and families in need of services.
For a safe, secure and confidential place to stay call 520-836-0858.
Our crisis line is available 24/7. Advocates provide information, referrals, support and assistance.
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Services:
24-hour crisis hot line.
Individual and group counseling for victims of abuse.
Provide a safe shelter for women and children from - birth to 18 years old.
This home like environment offers 24-hour care and supervision.
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