by Elizabeth Sullivan | Jul 14, 2019 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is about control and power and typically is perpetrated by men against women, though the frequency with which men are reporting abuse is on the rise. A recent study Prevention found that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the United States have...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Jul 7, 2019 | Domestic Violence
There are many kinds of domestic violence and destroys relationships. These relationships may include a spouse or intimate partner including dating relationships. It involves behavior on the part of one person to control and intimidate another. This behavior,...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | May 18, 2019 | Volunteering
According to the dictionary, volunteering is considered an activity where an individual or group provides services for no financial or social gain. The services are to benefit other people or organizations. Volunteering is also a great way to develop skills and is...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | May 11, 2019 | Domestic Violence
So, you’ve done it. You’ve left your violent partner, gotten emergency help and you are on the road to a new and safer life for yourself and your children. Congratulations, you’ve shown incredible courage and strength and you deserve a pat on the back. It isn’t always...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | May 4, 2019 | Domestic Violence
You’re not alone! When you are in the middle of a domestic violence relationship, you feel like you are the only one! Not true. Reach Out Speak Out is dedicated to ending the silence and stigma around being an abused person. Most every city has resources for battered...
