Improved Wellbeing
Cincinnati recognizes that violence prevention is deeply tied to mental health, trauma support, and access to essential services. ACT for Cincy emphasizes holistic well-being by connecting individuals and families with mental health care, housing stability, and social services that reduce stress and build resilience.
Key Strategies
Hope & Shield Network (Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program), led by UC Health and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, funded by the City of Cincinnati, that delivers a comprehensive, evidence-based response to the needs of people who have experienced gun violence.
DVERT™: Domestic Violence Enhanced Response Team providing on-call 24-hour crisis support for survivors of domestic violence, including safety planning and access to services to prevent further trauma.
Cincinnati Citizens Respect Our Witnesses (CCROW) and Witness Support, led by Karen Rumsey, provides a variety of services including court-related services, social services, and referrals to counseling services designed to meet the needs of witnesses and their loved ones.
Trauma Informed Care Training, Cincinnati Recreation Commission Centers to better support children, families, and staff affected by trauma.