NOVA to Hold Candlelight Tribute for Victims of Crime

In celebration of the profound impact violent crimes have on people, families and their communities Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA), in recognition of National Crime Victims’ Week (NCVW), will hold two events open to the public.

First will be a Private Time for Personal Reflection, at the Crime Victims’ Commemorative at Arbor Lake Luxembourg, Core Creek Park, Langhorne, Pa

The community can quietly meditate in the  tranquil setting  reflecting on personal healing from 3:30 p.m to 5 p.m.

A  Candlelight Tribute for the Victims’ of Crimes will then be held at he  Newtown Friends Meetinghouse, 219 Court St, Newtown, Pa,  from 6 p.m to 7 p.m.

There will be an hour of reflection music, and survivors sharing personal stories of restoration.

NOVA counselors will attend both events.

NOVA offers services to victims of crime and abuse such as 24/7 hotline support, emergency room and police accompaniment,  individual and group counseling, and victim /witness support services during legal proceedings and school and community prevention education and  training.

Direct client services are free and confidential.

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The  memorial site at Core Creek Park was established in 1998 by NOVA with the support of the county commissioners. Since then, more than 30 trees have been planted in the arbor, several benches have been placed and a gazebo built to honor victims of crime.

A special entrance way was developed in 2004 through a partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Community members and victims and their families are invited to visit this tranquil site  near Lake Luxembourg any time during the year.