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HISTORY OF THE SKIT PROGRAM
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Developed in 2019/20 by the Clackamas County Strangulation Response Initiative.
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Materials funded by Clackamas County.
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Based on SAFE Kits.
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Purpose to close the gap between an assault and a victim receiving needed medical assessment and referrals to services and support.
Distribution
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Produced first kits fall 2020.
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Distribution began late 2020.
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First kit completed with a patient January 2021.
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As of January 2024, 29 facilities in 11 counties participate in the program.
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Over 350 kits completed by the February 2024.
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Tracking of SKIT use provided by Clackamas County Strangulation Response Initiative.
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Ongoing training provided for law enforcement on strangulation, the strangulation supplemental and SKIT access.
Development
Tracking and Training
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