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Local domestic‑violence provider describes shelter, hotline and funding risks
Summary
Stephanie Miller of CARFA told commissioners the nonprofit runs two confidential shelters (seven bedrooms), a 24/7 hotline, legal advocacy and provided services to roughly 125 shelter clients last year; she warned that potential federal VOCA funding cuts of 40–44% could threaten operations and asked for community support and sponsorships for an Oct. 1 fundraising breakfast.
Stephanie Miller, executive director of CARFA (a Linn‑Benton domestic‑violence and sexual‑assault service provider), presented an overview of the organization’s services and budget during the Board of Commissioners meeting Sept. 17.
Miller said CARFA operates two confidential shelters (seven bedrooms total), offers a 24/7 crisis hotline with advocates who can meet clients in safe…
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