About Us
In loving memory of Amberly Ann Mendoza.
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Learn Amberly’s story.
About Amberly’s Place
Founded in 1999, Amberly’s Place is a safe haven for victims of child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Our multi-disciplinary team works under one roof to provide immediate crisis intervention, medical care, legal advocacy, and support services—reducing trauma and expediting the path to healing. By ensuring victims only have to tell their story once, we create a compassionate and effective environment for recovery and justice.
Our Approach: A Collaborative Response
Collective Comprehensive Support
Law enforcement, legal professionals, medical staff, victim advocates, and social service providers work together to support victims and hold offenders accountable.
Minimizing Trauma, Maximizing Healing
Our on-site forensic medical exams and video interviews reduce re-traumatization and help build strong cases for prosecution.
Impacting Thousands of Lives
Each year, over 3,000 victims in Yuma County receive life-changing assistance, from emergency shelter and legal advocacy to essential resources like food, clothing, and crisis counseling.
In Loving Memory
With the permission of her family, Amberly’s Place was named in memory of Amberly Ann Mendoza, a bright, caring, and joyful 9-year-old girl from Yuma whose life was tragically cut short in 1996.
Amberly’s spirit continues to inspire the work we do. In the wake of her passing, her family faced unimaginable grief—without the benefit of a support system to guide them through crisis, investigation, or healing. At that time, there was no coordinated response team, no safe space like Amberly’s Place to turn to for help.
In Her Honor
In 2000, four years after Amberly’s death, her mother gave her blessing to use Amberly’s name for the center. Since then, Amberly’s Place has stood as a beacon of hope for thousands of children and families in crisis—ensuring no one has to walk the path of healing alone.
We honor Amberly’s memory by providing the compassion, advocacy, and safety that her family wished they had in their darkest hour.