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Haven of the Dan River Region - Strategic Planning Survey 2026
Haven of the Dan River Region is developing a new strategic plan to better serve individuals and families affected by domestic and sexual violence in our community. We invite community members to share their perspectives.
This survey is anonymous, and no identifying information will be collected upon taking the survey. All questions are optional, and you should only answer questions you feel comfortable answering. No personal experiences are required.
Please share with us your connection to the community we serve
(select all that apply)
:
Community member / resident
Survivor
Family member or friend of a survivor
Service provider (healthcare, social services, legal, education, etc.)
Faith-based organization
Law enforcement or judicial system
Volunteer
Donor or supporter
Other
Before today, how familiar were you with Haven of the Dan River Region and its services?
Before today, how familiar were you with Haven of the Dan River Region and its services?
Very familiar
Somewhat familiar
Heard of them, but not sure what they do
Not familiar at all
Which words listed below come to mind when you think of Haven?
(Select all that apply)
Adaptable
Collaborative
Competent
Compassionate
Effective
Enduring
Good community partner
Impactful
Irrelevant
Inclusive
Ineffective
Innovative
Reliable
Stagnant
Sustainable
Transparent
Vital
Other
In what ways would you prefer to get information about Haven’s efforts and impact in the community?
(Select all that apply)
Newspaper
Radio
Television
Community Events
Website
Social Media
Newsletter
Community-Based Networking and/or Word-of-Mouth
Other
How satisfied are you with Haven's services?
How satisfied are you with Haven's services?
Very Unsatisfied
Unsatisfied
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
In your opinion, what are the most important needs related to domestic and sexual violence in our community?
(Select up to 3)
Emergency shelter / safe housing
Crisis support & hotline services
Counseling / mental health services
Legal advocacy (protective orders, custody, court support)
Housing stability & transition support
Financial assistance & employment support
Services for children & youth
Prevention & education
Transportation support
Services for underserved populations (rural residents, immigrants, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, older adults, etc.)
Other
What do you believe are the biggest barriers people face when trying to access help?
(Select all that apply)
Fear for personal safety
Lack of awareness about available services
Transportation challenges
Housing shortages
Financial barriers
Stigma or shame
Language or cultural barriers
Limited childcare options
Technology / internet access
Other
How can the community better support survivors of domestic and sexual violence?
(Select up to 3)
Increased public awareness & education
More collaboration between organizations
Stronger prevention efforts
More funding & resources
Volunteer engagement
Employer support & workplace policies
Youth education & early intervention
Other
What helps people feel safe and supported when seeking help?
What should Haven prioritize over the next 3–5 years to best serve the community?
If you are interested in answering a few fundraising-focused questions, please select “Yes” below. If not, you can select “No,” and you’ll be taken to the end of the survey.
If you are interested in answering a few fundraising-focused questions, please select “Yes” below. If not, you can select “No,” and you’ll be taken to the end of the survey.
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