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Kane County victim services says program served 224 clients last year, outlines resources and new grant
Summary
Devon Shakespeare told the county commission the victim-services program served 224 clients from April 2024–April 2025, nearly half for domestic violence or child abuse, and has applied for a two-year grant (up to $21,000 per year). She laid out legal, counseling and emergency services available to victims locally.
Devon Shakespeare, a representative of the county victim services program, told the Kane County Commission on April 22 that her office served 224 clients between April 1, 2024 and April 1, 2025 and is seeking a two-year grant that would pay up to $21,000 per year.
Shakespeare said about 50% of clients were victims of domestic violence or child sexual abuse, with other cases including stalking, harassment, adult physical assault, burglary, violation of protective orders and theft. ‘‘Last month, I submitted our grant application for our upcoming grant…
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