1. Memphis City Council FY17 Budget Presentation
Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby County
Olliette Murry-Drobot, Executive Director
January 17, 2017

2. The mission of the FSC is to provide one location that effectively combines civil, criminal, health and social services for victims of family violence
Expenditures
Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc.
City of Memphis Contract #33458
Operational and Essential Services
Financial Report
July 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016
Project Description:
To provide coordinated services to victims of domestic violence from one location to help victims break the cycle of violence and enhance community safety.

3. Accomplishments
Ability to serve all DV clients in imminent danger seeking emergency housing including serving men
91% of Ex-Parte Orders of Protection prepared are granted
Had over 60 churches to participate in Speak Out Sunday
Successful planning for Camp Hope which will be from July 2-July 7
Served 941 clients
Demographics
Served 941 clients from July to December
Made 958 referrals for services
89% of clients were women
65% of clients were single
28% have a high school diploma/GED; 31% have some college
68% of our clients make less than $20,000 a year
Top zip codes for service: 38128, 38134, 38127, 38119, , 38115, 38111, 38109, 38016

4. Client Outcomes
95% of FSC clients completing exit survey felt FSC helped them to learn how to access services and community resources
98% feel they have a better understanding of the cycle of violence
Because of the FSC , 97% of clients know more ways to plan for their safety
Because of FSC, 97% of clients have a better understanding of options to address the abuse in their lives
“I feel very hopeful about my future and my children's future since coming to the center. I am very grateful for the kindness and help that everyone showed to me.“ FSC Client

5. Challenges
Expand partnerships to increase availability of services including job readiness and job training
Demand for civil legal services and utility assistance outpaces available services at this time
Increasing visibility of FSC to serve more victims
Increase severity of cases