Stand Up Placer is a non-profit community-based organization dedicated to empowering Placer County survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking to heal from the trauma and create new lives of strength and self-sufficiency. We take pride in our community, engaging and inspiring Placer County residents to end the legacy of abuse.
Stand Up Placer began in 1974 as a grassroots, volunteer-led rape crisis line. Today, we are governed by a
volunteer board of directors with paid staff members and volunteers
working together to provide around-the-clock services to victims of
abuse and their families.
Our Mission Statement
Saving
lives by empowering survivors and educating communities to stand up to domestic
violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Our Vision Statement
Ending
domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Placer County.
Our Philosophy
We are mission-driven; survivor-centered; trauma-informed and empowerment based.
Trauma-informed care is defined as practices that promote a
culture of safety, empowerment, and healing. Visiting a domestic violence or
rape crisis center can be a terrifying experience for someone who has
experienced trauma, particularly for abuse survivors. It means we strive to
understand, recognize, and respond to the effects of trauma. All our services
are free and confidential. We also promote “voluntary
participation in services” meaning clients can choose to participate in
whichever services and programs we offer that they think will best fit their
needs.
Stand Up Placer firmly believes that everyone deserves to live a life free from violence.
What We Do
We provide services to victims of the crimes of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking in Placer County. All of our services are free and confidential.
- 24-Hour Crisis Line, Text and Chat
- Safety planning
- Pet friendly emergency shelter
- Transitional housing
- Emergency food, clothing, and transportation
- Legal assistance
- Advocacy and accompaniment
- Peer counseling and clinical therapy
- Educational workshops and classes
- Age-appropriate children’s services
