At CHANA, the role of consultation takes many forms. CHANA works with people affected directly by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual abuse, and elder abuse, and provides support to concerned family members and friends. CHANA is also a community resource and supports community organizations to address abuse within their establishments.
CHANA’s services are specifically designed to meet the cultural and religious needs of clients. We have strong relationships with local clergy who collaborate with CHANA regarding sensitive situations in the community and within their institutions. We have also developed positive working relationships with local schools, camps, and community organizations to collaborate on projects, develop protocols, and create a sensitive and intentional plan of action when facing concerns of abuse.
As a culturally-responsive agency, CHANA understands the unique the needs of the Jewish community across all denominations.
CHANA provides support, guidance, and resources to individuals and organizations throughout the community. Family members, neighbors, or any community members concerned for someone’s safety can call us for guidance and support. Therapists and attorneys often collaborate with us to ensure that their services are provided in a trauma-informed manner and that victims’ safety is not compromised. Many local clergy members, of all faiths, call CHANA to discuss sensitive situations within their congregation. We have developed positive working relationships with local schools and organizations to work together on projects, develop protocols, and create a sensitive and intentional plan of action when a situation of abuse arises.
We are committed to helping all affected by abuse and trauma take steps toward safety and a brighter future.
CHANA provides prevention education workshops and presentations for people of all ages. Programs are custom designed for each audience and may cover topics such as domestic violence awareness, sexual abuse awareness and prevention, healthy relationships, dating violence, and elder abuse. Programs are available for schools, camps, youth groups, senior centers, health care organizations, faith-based organizations, professional groups, and small gatherings in community members’ homes.
CHANA also works with advocates, policy makers, and others to build sustainable community leadership and educate people everywhere about the devastating impacts of abuse, the warning signs, and how to respond.
Abuse does not discriminate. It can happen to people who are dating, living together, or who have been married for many years. It can happen to young or old, individuals of any race, age, religion, or sexual orientation. Abuse affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. Anyone can be a target of all types of physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, and financial abuse.
Child sexual abuse occurs across all settings, including homes, schools, neighborhoods, religious institutions, extracurricular activities, and online spaces. While children are commonly taught about “stranger danger,” this approach overlooks a critical reality: 93% of sexually abused children are victimized by someone they know and trust, making prevention education essential. Teaching children how to say “no” to inappropriate behavior, especially by trusted individuals, is crucial, yet exceedingly difficult without the right tools and support. To improve safety, it is essential to equip children with knowledge, language, and confidence to identify, report, and seek help when they encounter abusive or uncomfortable situations.
