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Four Things You Might Not Know About the CCS Hotline

Since 1977, Center for Community Solutions has operated the only 24-hour toll free County-wide hotline for crisis intervention and information related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in San Diego. All hotline calls are free and confidential.

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How do I help a friend who has experienced sexual assault?

Are you looking for detailed instructions on what to do when your loved one has experienced a sexual assault or relationship abuse? The truth is, there is no “one size fits all” response because every situation is different and every person is unique.

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Boundary Basics - Part II

Now for what you have been waiting for: how to set a boundary! Before we dig into specific steps, let’s be mindful of who we are talking to and setting boundaries with. Are they usually receptive when talking about issues? Are you feeling stressed about the conversation? What do we even say?

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How to Start a Conversation about Healthy Relationships with Your Teen

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month so what better time than right around Valentine’s Day to start the conversation about healthy relationships!

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Boundary Basics – Part I

What are boundaries? How do we know we are setting healthy boundaries? What types of boundaries can we be setting?

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How to Start a Conversation with a Loved One Who May Be Experiencing Abuse

If you think that a friend or family member is in an abusive or unhealthy relationship, it can be difficult to know what to do.

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What is love bombing? And how to tell if it is happening to you.

The beginning of a romantic relationship is often the most exciting part. While grand romantic gestures and lots of attention and affection might seem sweet at first, these can sometimes be early signs of relationship abuse.

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StartTheConvo

Start the Convo to raise awareness and end sexual assault. #StartTheConvo campaign is a call to action for every member of our community to give their support and #StartTheConvo around preventing intimate partner violence and sexual violence. We stand in solidarity with all survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. We all have a role in ending violence.

The highest incidence of rape affects mostly yong women between the ages of 16 and 24. Don’t be a bystander! It’s time to talk with your friends, family, and loved ones! Join us as we #StartTheConvo!