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Empower Yolo is here to help. You are not alone. Trained advocates are available 24/7 to provide free crisis intervention, emotional support, advocacy, information and referrals.
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2025 Non-Profit of the Year
This recognition comes as part of a statewide celebration hosted by the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits), honoring exceptional organizations across California.
Empower Yolo's Services in Your Community
Empower Yolo offices are open during regular office hours to provide services to individuals and families in need.
Appointments are encouraged. Please call the office at the location you wish to visit.
Empower Yolo offers these and other services in Yolo County: safe shelter for victims of domestic violence/sexual assault/human trafficking, crisis line, restraining orders, family legal services, therapy, housing referrals, food referrals & distribution, health insurance by appointment, emergency clothing, hygiene products, diapers, case management, and other services as needed.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, we turn our attention to a critical but often overlooked connection between domestic violence and mental health—especially for children and teens. Read more in our May article in the Davis Enterprise or In the News on our website here.
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In The News at Empower Yolo
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Protecting the mental health of our children
As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, we turn our attention to a critical but often overlooked connection between domestic violence and mental...
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Empower Yolo CAREs: Standing Strong With Survivors
April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time for communities to come together to raise awareness about...
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Empower Yolo Stands with Survivors of Abuse and Farmworkers
Empower Yolo stands in support of the survivors and all those impacted by the recent revelations of sexual violence and abuse of power shared by...
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The Healing Power of Pets: Why Companion Animals Matter to Survivors of Domestic Violence and Homelessness
For many individuals experiencing domestic violence or homelessness, a companion animal is far more than a pet—they are family, comfort, safety, and...
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“Know Your Worth, Set Your Boundaries”: Empowering Teens during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM)—a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about teen dating violence, promoting...
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Building Safety and Awareness: Yolo County Responds to Human Trafficking
By: Celina Alveraz Human trafficking is not a distant issue – it is present in Yolo County and affects individuals across our cities, towns, and...
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