24/7 Crisis Line: 269-673-8700

Consultations & Services

24/7 Crisis Line: 269-673-8700

Our Team

Board of Directors

  • Ryan Sabatke, President
  • Amanda Wolf, Vice President
  • Lauren Olmstead, Secretary
  • Lindsey Williams, Treasurer
  • Kristin Alkire
  • Lora Kamyszek
  • Laurie Fuelling
  • Jenelle Johnson
  • Molly Minka

Sylvia's Place Staff

Heather Forrest, Executive Director
heatherf@sylviasplace.com

Krista Bosma, Shelter Manager
kristab@sylviasplace.com

Jen Long, Case Manager
jenniferl@sylviasplace.com

Rochelle Raab, Victim Legal Advocate
rocheller@sylviasplace.com

Jenna Bigelow, Volunteer Coordinator
jennab@sylviasplace.com

Advocates

Resident Advocates

  • Sally
  • Rickie

Victim Advocates

  • Linda

Have questions, contact us via email:

support@sylviasplace.com 

Please note emails are not monitored 24/7. For immediate assistance, please call our 24/7 Hotline: (269) 673-8700

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Thank you for your interest in being part of meaningful, life-changing work. By joining our team, you help create safety, hope, and opportunity for survivors of intimate partner violence.

Our mission is to create and sustain a safe, supportive environment where survivors of domestic violence are empowered through prevention, education, and advocacy—building stronger individuals, families, and communities.

No employment opportunities are currently available, but we encourage you to make a difference by volunteering!

24/7 CRISIS LINE: 269.673.8700

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