Today we’d like to introduce you to Valerie A. Eddy.
Hi Valerie, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Originally from Upstate, N.Y. I moved to the OC. Someone told me there are mountains in San Diego. I drove my stick-shift, avocado green, Gremlin car and discovered Julian. I fell in Love! I had literally found the West Coast version of my hometown.
My career spanned in the construction and automotive industries and law enforcement. It was during one of my construction jobs that I discovered Mediation. I became a Certified Mediator in 2011. Over nine years ago, I started Peace Offers ~ Mediation & Education.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
Peace Offers ~ Mediation & Education provides Mediation, Education and Victim Services.
One of the biggest challenges is that the common thought is Mediation is for people going through a divorce. However, that is just one type of dispute where Mediation can help. There are many problems in which Mediation is able to assist you with a solution such as a Construction Dispute, an Insurance Claim or a conflict with your neighbor.
We inform the public the difference between Mediators, Arbitrators and Lawyers.
Mediatiator are Certified Professionals that does not enforce a decision on the individuals but help guide them into reaching a solution.
Arbitrators have some sort of legal background such as a paralegal, attorney or judge. Similar to a court judge; they hear both sides of the story and makes a decision as the resolution.
Lawyers have gone through law school and usually work for one side or the other, giving them legal advice in prosecution or defense.
The final outcome of any resolution is written in a legal format and is legally binding. Which means it holds up in court as a legal contract.
We’ve been impressed with Peace Offers ~ Mediation & Education, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Peace Offers ~ Mediation & Education provides Mediation, Education and Victim Services.
Our Mediation Service specializes in
Disaster Claims: Wildfire, Earthquake, Ice Storm, Tornado, Hurricane, or Mudslide
Other Insurance Claims:
Automotive and Construction
Other Damage caused by Water, Fire or Wind
Disputes:
Automotive/Motorcycle
Owner/ Contractor/Subcontractor
Commercial Truck/Heavy Equipment
Neighbor/Neighbor
Teen/Parent/Elder Care
Employer/Employee
Small Claims/Civil Claims
We strive to provide education in order to prevent conflicts as we believe knowledge is power. Peace Offers provides a variety of Education Programs which parallels with the types of disputes we manage.
Communication
Focuses on effective and respectful communication skills to promote acceptance of diversity for everyday life.
Inappropriate Behaviors
Assisting people in the workplace, at home or in victim/survivor guest homes by providing coaching, facilitation and team development for a safe and peaceful environment.
Understanding Home Insurance
Includes Information on How to Find Fire
Insurance and Understanding the California Fair Plan.
Elder Family Feud
Helping families resolve feuds in the decision of their elder’s care through Mediation. We teach elders, their families and caregivers about watching the signs for abuse or being taken advantage of their situation.
And Many More…
Victim Services for Victims of Child Sex Abuse, Crime, Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse, Human Trafficking, Sexual Assault and Workplace Harassment or Violence
Mediation
The Mediator assists the participants to discuss and negotiate their issues and reach a mutually acceptable resolution in a neutral environment.
Types of Disputes:
Tenant / Landlord
Survivor / Organization / Law Enforcement
Housemates
Education
Communication
Focuses on effective and respectful communication skills to promote acceptance of diversity for everyday life.
Inappropriate Behaviors
Assisting people in the workplace, in a victim/survivor guest homes by providing coaching, facilitation and team development for a safe and peaceful environment.
Restraining Orders & Support Services
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
Contact Us to Request Services; Call/Text: 760 896-4501
Fill Out the Form on our Website: PeaceOffers.com
Email: PeaceOffers@gmail.com
Pricing:
- All inclusive fee. The fee includes correspondences, legal documentation before the Mediation, review of documents provided by everyone involved, preparation, Mediation conference space, food and beverages provided during the Mediation; excluding lunch, Mediator’s time; including up to an 8 hour Mediation session, travel expenses, legal documentation of the Mediation; including the final resolution. The Mediation cost is between $1,500.00 – $4,500.00 for anywhere in the United States of America.
- Education Programs range from $50 and up
- Victim Services by Donation
Contact Info:
- Email: PeaceOffers@gmail.com
- Website: PeaceOffers.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peace_offers
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OffersPeace
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/offerspeace
