Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow...

Letter & Art from a Student to Virginia

We're losing a member of our family today.  Virginia Vargas will be leaving us to return to her hometown of Houston, TX.  Virginia (or VA, as I like to call her) has been a ray of sunshine for us all here at DCAC.  I asked her to share with us some of her thoughts about DCAC and the work she did here in our "Safe From the Start" Prevention Program. 

"From the moment I walked into Denver Children’s Advocacy Center for my first interview, my heart jumped with excitement. Prior to that day, I had researched DCAC, its staff and affiliation with other agencies. I felt really passionate about their work, mission and vision. I knew that being a part of their team would be an honor and privilege. However, little did I know that my experience would be as profound as it has been.




Virginia and DCAC Board Chair, Mark Hellerstein and "Winston the Worm" working with a group of school children.



I’ve had the honor to work with experienced, passionate people who give their all for the hope of providing healing and change in their community. The prevention specialist position has refined my skills and confidence in what I offer to a team. Along with several DCAC trainings, it also strengthened my passion for children and desire to advance my career in counseling.

As I leave this wonderful team, I take with me friendships and memories I’ll cherish forever. Thank you DCAC for the letting me be part of your team and allowing me to contribute to the prevention of child abuse.

Virginia L. Vargas

Bilingual Prevention Specialist

We will miss you, VA....Godspeed.