About L.A.C.A.D.A.

L.A.C.A.D.A. History
Lapeer County saw eight murders related to Domestic Violence in 1990. The following year a group of concerned citizens organized LACADA. With financial help from United Way, Zonta, Family Independence Agency, and VOCA (Victims of Crime Act), LACADA began operations September 1, 1991. In the beginning, LACADA was primarily run by volunteers from the community. The shelter served 33 women and 43 children in its first year.

Since the inception, LACADA has grown significantly to enhance services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

L.A.C.A.D.A.'s Mission

To provide safety for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their children.
To advocate for justice.
To reduce the incidences of domestic and sexual violence in our community.
To focus on direct services and social change.
To abolish attitudes and practices used by assailants.
To leverage community resources for survivors.
To help survivors of domestic and sexual violence empower themselves.

L.A.C.A.D.A. Funding

LACADA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community based organization funded by state, federal and local grants, individual and community donations and fundraising.

L.A.C.A.D.A. P.O. Box 356 Lapeer, MI 48446
Crisis Line/Shelter 810.667.4175 Business Line 810.667.4193 Outreach 810.245.0632

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Revised on: Monday, February 12, 2007