{"id":1,"date":"2024-05-15T14:58:44","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T14:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/vipp\/?p=1"},"modified":"2026-01-03T01:49:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T01:49:14","slug":"hello-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/vipp\/2024\/05\/15\/hello-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Get To Know Your Local HVIP! (and learn what an HVIP is!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><sub>Created 1\/2\/2026<br>Note: Need to upload brochure.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve already seen our brochure, the information below will feel familiar. Additional content has been added for this online version, but if you prefer the brochure format, you can click here or visit the URL provided. <em>(WIP: add link)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This page is about a <strong>5\u2011minute read<\/strong>, with optional <strong>additional reading<\/strong> that is longer and more in\u2011depth. Some of the linked resources are written for healthcare professionals, but the majority are accessible to general readers especially with some help from ecosia.org (or google).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a <strong>VIPPS patient<\/strong> or a <strong>Harborview healthcare professional<\/strong>, please note that the VIPPS team has a small <strong>program library<\/strong>. We have books available for patients to keep, as well as materials that can be checked out. To learn more, please visit our blog post about the VIPP Program Library at <a href=\"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/vipp\/2026\/01\/03\/vipps-reads-inside-our-program-bookshelves\/\">https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/vipp\/2026\/01\/03\/vipps-reads-inside-our-program-bookshelves\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bridging Care and Community for Survivors of Gun Violence<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gun violence leaves deep physical and emotional impacts, not only on individuals, but also on families and communities. At Harborview Medical Center, we understand that healing after a gunshot injury requires more than medical care. It requires support, connection, advocacy, and a team that understands trauma on every level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Harborview\u2019s <strong>Violence Intervention &amp; Prevention Program (VIPP)<\/strong> is dedicated to bridging the gap between healthcare and community resources\u2014walking alongside patients and their supporters as they navigate recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Harborview?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Harborview Medical Center is Washington\u2019s <strong>only Level I Trauma Center<\/strong>, providing essential trauma services across Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. As the region&#8217;s premier destination for complex trauma care, Harborview is equipped with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>24\/7 emergency and surgical response teams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and trauma specialists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive care from injury prevention to long-term rehabilitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A multidisciplinary team with expertise across <strong>30+ specialty areas<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Harborview is also home to a nationally recognized medical residency program and contributes to the advancement of trauma medicine through ongoing research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About Harborview &amp; Trauma Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Site Tour Video:<\/strong><br>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3Jm5iSWnrlI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trauma Services Fact Sheet (.pdf):<\/strong><br>https:\/\/www.uwmedicine.org\/sites\/stevie\/files\/2018-11\/Provider-Resources-Trauma-HMC-Trauma-Services-Fact-Sheet-new2.pdf<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>History of Harborview &amp; WA State Trauma System (NIH):<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5877906\/\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5877906\/<\/a><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Our Violence Intervention &amp; Prevention Program<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gun\u2011related injuries carry a heavy emotional, physical, and psychological load. As a <strong>Hospital\u2011Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP)<\/strong>, our mission is to support victims, families, and communities through <strong>compassionate, culturally responsive, trauma\u2011informed care<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Team Provides:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medical advocacy and follow\u2011up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crime Victim\u2019s Compensation application support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victim assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peer support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emotional support for traumatic stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility payment assistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>We Also Offer Referrals For:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trauma\u2011focused therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Housing resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal advocacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worker retraining<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Life\u2011skills training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Substance\u2011use support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our care does <strong>not<\/strong> end at discharge. We continue to support patients through hospital follow\u2011up appointments and clinic visits related to their injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About HVIPs<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Health Alliance for Violence Intervention (The HAVI)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The HAVI is the leading national organization supporting HVIPs across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Main website: https:\/\/www.thehavi.org\/<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is an HVIP?: https:\/\/www.thehavi.org\/what-is-an-hvip<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provides a clear explanation of HVIPs, their purpose, and evidence of their effectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fact Sheet: https:\/\/everytownresearch.org\/report\/hospital-based-violence-intervention-programs-a-guide-to-implementation-and-costing\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>EveryShot (Everytown Research)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A real\u2011time, AI\u2011powered tool that tracks gun violence incidents across the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>EveryShot Map: https:\/\/everytownresearch.org\/labs\/everyshot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<em>Note: EveryShot can be slow on older devices or slow internet connections. Desktop, laptop or tablet recommended.<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AskEverytown (Beta)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An AI\u2011powered tool answering questions about gun violence data, policies, and research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Connection to the Harborview Abuse &amp; Trauma Center (HATC)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We work closely with the <strong>Harborview Abuse &amp; Trauma Center<\/strong>, which offers flexible, accessible trauma therapy for patients and their loved ones. The therapy options include brief trauma treatment, full trauma informed therapy, in-persons sessions and remote ones! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about HAT-C <a href=\"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/uwhatc\/\">https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/uwhatc\/<\/a> and\/or contact them Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM \u2013 5:00 PM. Most of their services are free for Seattle residences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For non-Seattle residences or just additional support, Washington residents can access <strong>30,000+ resources<\/strong> by dialing <strong>211<\/strong> or texting <strong>211WAOD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding the Impact of Gun Violence<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Healing after a gun injury is not purely physical. Survivors frequently face emotional, social, and practical challenges, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Misunderstanding the Severity<\/strong><br>Underestimating the long-term impact of their injury.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confusion &amp; Anxiety<\/strong><br>Hospitalization can feel overwhelming or frightening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trust Barriers<\/strong><br>Past experiences may affect comfort with medical staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Concerns<\/strong><br>Stress about bills, job security, and returning to work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fear of the Future<\/strong><br>Worries about long\u2011term health or safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hesitancy to Seek Help<\/strong><br>Accepting help can feel unsafe or uncomfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trying to Manage Alone<\/strong><br>Some cope independently, sometimes in unsafe ways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Emotional &amp; Physical Strain<\/strong><br>Anxiety, pain, and mobility challenges complicate recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These reactions are <strong>normal<\/strong>, human responses to trauma. They underscore the importance of supportive, community\u2011connected care. We are here to help survivors navigate all dimensions of healing, emotional, medical, and practical. <strong>This is in part why our team is committed to bridging hospital care with community support, reducing barriers, and uplifting the resilience of those impacted by gun violence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Further Reading on Survivor Experiences &amp; Community Trauma<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&#8220;A Chasm Between Injury and Care&#8221;<\/strong> (Liebschutz et al., 2010):<br>https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/jtrauma\/fulltext\/2010\/12000\/a_chasm_between_injury_and_care__experiences_of.9.aspx<br>NIH version: https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3005415\/<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u201cBeyond Measure: Gun Violence Trauma\u201d (Everytown Research)<\/strong><br>https:\/\/everytownresearch.org\/report\/gun-violence-trauma\/<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u201cUnderstanding the Broader Impacts of Non\u2011Fatal Firearm Violence Trauma\u201d (The Lancet Regional Health Americas, 2025)<\/strong><br>https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanam\/article\/PIIS2667-193X%2825%2900101-2\/fulltext<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u201cCommunity Trauma\u201d (Violence Policy Center)<\/strong><br>https:\/\/vpc.org\/revealing-the-impacts-of-gun-violence\/community-trauma\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interested in connecting with the <strong>Violence Intervention &amp; Prevention Program<\/strong>, please use the <strong>Contact Us<\/strong> tab at the top of this page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Created 1\/2\/2026Note: Need to upload brochure. If you&#8217;ve already seen our brochure, the information below will feel familiar. Additional content has been added for this online version, but if you prefer the brochure format, you can click here or visit the URL provided. 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