In victim services, we often talk about putting on your own oxygen mask first. Yet during times of organizational uncertainty, this fundamental principle becomes both more crucial and more challenging to maintain.

When we talk about disruptions to victim services, the conversation often focuses on immediate financial impacts. But the true costs run much deeper, creating ripple effects that touch every corner of our community.

Unlike nonprofits that distribute tangible goods, service-based organizations like The Compass Center can't stockpile our most valuable resource: trained professionals providing essential support. We can't store counseling sessions for later use or warehouse crisis intervention for challenging times.