by Jan Porter | Oct 1, 2024 | Fundraising
little boy close ear behind shadow sillhouette parent fight, upset tired son suffering from mom and dad arguing, parental conflicts hurt kid cartoon flat illustration vector It can be very scary to even open your mouth and utter the words, I may be in a domestic...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that transcends cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic boundaries. It encompasses a range of abusive behaviors, including physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse, often perpetrated by one partner against another...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is defined as a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. It can manifest in various forms: Physical Abuse: This includes hitting, slapping,...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
The causes of domestic violence are complex and multifaceted. They often stem from a combination of individual, relational, community, and societal factors. Some key contributors include: Power and Control Dynamics: Many instances of domestic violence are rooted in an...
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
The impact of domestic violence is far-reaching, affecting not only the victims but also their families and the broader community. Victims often suffer from a range of physical and mental health issues, including: Physical Injuries: Many victims sustain serious...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2024 | Leaving
“A beginning is a very delicate time.” ~ Virginia Madsen August is not the typical time of year that new beginnings come up, However, for many families it is the beginning of a new school year. This is the time of year for new schedules and new school...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2024 | Leaving
“Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn Change is hard, but don’t let a new start feel like giving up. Being safe, emotionally and physically healthy and yes-even happy are important and achievable things if...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2024 | Leaving
“Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point in order to move forward.” ~ C.S. Lewis What in your current situation is keeping you down? Are you consumed with memories of the past? Hoping upon hope...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2024 | Leaving
“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” ~ Seneca What new beginning are you trying to get to now? Change is hard. New beginnings often require giving something else up. But the fresh start is worth it. While you can’t escape or change...
by Tanisha Taylor | Jul 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
2 Corinthians 5:7 NIV “For we live by faith, not by sight. When was the last time faith rose in you? In that moment, you didn’t consider the circumstance; you considered the Lord. Faith sees differently. Faith speaks differently. Faith makes different decisions. Faith...
