Washington County, VA Victim Assistance Program

01/09/2026

Today the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney & Victim Witness wear blue in recognition of National Law Enforcement Appreciate Day. Our office is not only appreciative of the law enforcement agencies we partner with, but for all of those who wear the badge to protect and serve. 💙🚔

10/07/2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Washington County Victim Witness Program as well as the Office Of The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s wore purple today in recognition to all those affected by domestic violence. We stand with survivors, always. 💜

If you or someone you know is in an unhealthy or abusive relationship call the national domestic violence hotline at 800-799-7233 or the local domestic violence hotline at 423-764-2287, both available 24/7.

09/03/2025

Come join our program as we co-host an amazing and free event for our community! 💜💜💜💜

💜 Self-Defense Class in Recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Join us on Tuesday, October 1st, from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office for a free self-defense class, taught by the Southwest Virginia Martial Arts Academy.

This event is FREE and open to the community, but space is limited – registration is required. Please bring your own refreshments.

📍 Location: 20281 Rustic Lane, Abingdon, VA 24210
🗓️ Date/Time: October 1 | 6:30–8:00 PM
👊 Learn practical skills to help keep yourself safe

➡️ Register here: https://form.jotform.com/252294138498165

08/01/2025

National Night Out is almost here!

Mark your calendar:
🗓️ Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
🕔 Time: 5pm-8pm
📍 Location: 300 Towne Centre Drive (EO)

What to expect:
🚓🚒🚔🚑 Meet and greet with local first responders
🚗 Vehicle extrication demonstration (5:30 pm)
🐾 K9 Demonstration (6:00 pm)
🚁 Helicopter Landing (6:30 pm)
🍔 Food
🎮🎯 Games & Activities
🏀 Basketball
⛳ Mini Golf
🚗 Pedal Cars
🎶 Music with 93.9 WMEV
🔍 Community booths and resources
✅ and more!

Bring your family and invite your friends - you won't want to miss this!

04/14/2025

Program Director, Paige Collins, and Assistant Director, Christie Marshall, are wearing teal and blue ribbons today is support of Sexual Assault Awareness & Child Abuse Prevention month.

If you or someone you know needs information or support please find resources below:

National Sexual Assault Hotline: Confidential 24/7 Support 800-656-4673

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance Text: 804-793-9999
Call 24/7 Support: 1-800-838-8238

Abuse Alternatives 24/7 Crisis Hotline
423-764-2287 or 800-987-6499

Children’s Advocacy Center of Highlands Community Services
276-654-5867 option 1

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04/03/2025

A special thank you to the officers at Washington County Sheriffs Office who wore teal and blue ribbons today in show of their support of Child Abuse Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It is a privilege to work alongside these officers, as well as those not pictured, every day ensuring victims voices are heard, shared, and respected. 💙🩵

04/01/2025

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month - a time to support survivors, raise awarness, and take action! Throughout the month of April we will share information & resources about this topic in hopes of spreading education and prevention throughout our community.

If you or someone you know needs information or support please find resources below:

National Sexual Assault Hotline: Confidential 24/7 Support 800-656-4673

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance Text: 804-793-9999
Call 24/7 Support: 1-800-838-8238

Abuse Alternatives 24/7 Crisis Hotline
423-764-2287 or 800-987-6499

10/30/2024

The Washington County Victim Witness Program alongside the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney gathered donations of hygiene items for Abuse Alternatives Inc. within the month of October in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we wear purple today in recognition. Most importantly, we strive each day to support the victims we encounter and hold offenders accountable alongside our partnering agencies throughout the community.

According to the CDC:

About 41% of women and 26% of men experience intimate partner violence during their lifetime.

About 16 million women and 11 million men who report intimate partner violence said they experienced it before the age of 18.

The lifetime economic cost associated with intimate partner violence is 3.6 trillion dollars, not to mention the physical and emotional tolls these victims suffer.

A special thank you to Abuse Alternatives for being one of our partners in the fight to end this violence in our community and their efforts towards this work. If you or someone you know is in an unhealthy or abusive relationship call 800-799-7233 or the local domestic violence hotline at 423-764-2287, both available 24/7. 💜

10/27/2023

The Washington County Victim Witness Program alongside the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney gathered donations of hygiene items for Abuse Alternatives Inc. throughout the month of October in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A special thank you to Abuse Alternatives for being one of our partners in the fight to end this violence in our community. If you or someone you know is in an unhealthy or abusive relationship call 800-799-7233 or the local domestic violence hotline at 423-764-2287, both available 24/7. 💜💜💜

08/01/2023

Prosecutors in Washington County, Virginia say a man has been sentenced to four life sentences plus an additional 440 years...

07/27/2023

Did someone say FREE?

Join us, next Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 5pm-8pm at the NEFF Vocational Center in Abingdon, Virginia for a fun and free event where you can promote community spirit and police-community partnerships! Some of the fun includes:

✅ Police cars, Fire trucks, and Ambulances
✅ Giveaways
✅ Free food
✅ Chalk art
✅ Games and more!

Please, like 👍 and share ➡️ this post to help us get the word out! We can't wait to see you there!

05/22/2023