Each of these movements had an identifiable starting point. The national movement began in 1971 with the opening of a center to aid rape victims. A prosecuting attorney's association later became involved, and in 1974 financing became available from the Federal government. The Second National Conference on Victim Services was held in 1971 and presented three models of service providers: probation, police, and prosecutor. In California a small number of service centers had already been providing services, and the number gradually expanded. The centers were initially supported with Federal funds; later, local legislation provided funds. In Orange County, the District Attorney initially provided limited services. In 1978, this effort was replaced by a private, nonprofit program. 74 references, appended background information, and biographies of individuals involved in the movement