Susie’s Place warns VOCA cuts could force service reductions; seeks bridge funding
Kathy Stoll told the committee that Susie’s Place faces a likely 40% reduction in federal VOCA funding and is requesting Jack Hopkins support as a bridge to maintain forensic interviews, advocates and 24/7 responsiveness across three centers. She said cuts could stretch staff and delay critical interviews for children.
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Kathy Stoll, speaking for the Hendricks County Child Advocacy Center’s Susie’s Place, told the Jack Hopkins committee the organization views a pending reduction in federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) dollars as the primary driver behind its request for bridge operational funding.
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