Victims’ Rights Week

The Van Wert County Board of Commissioners joined local advocates to recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Shown are (seated, from the left) Darla Liatos, victim’s advocate, Crisis Care Line; Commissioner Stan Owens; Christina Eversole, director of Van Wert County Crime Victims Services; (standing) Commissioner Thad Lichtensteiger; Lori Beair, vice president, Crisis Care Line; and Jamie Evans, director of housing at the Van Wert YWCA. These organizations offer many services to the community. For domestic violence help at any time, contact the Crisis Care Line at 419.238.4357 (24/7); for temporary housing assistance, contact the YWCA at 419.238.6639, while crime victims can call 419.238.9800. (photo submitted)