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August 19, 2020

Older adults face unique barriers to leaving abusers

How many times have you applauded couples who have been married for 40 or 50 years? At weddings, anniversaries and…
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August 10, 2020

A place to call home

Early this month, a resident we’ll call Rick left Sheltering Wings and moved into his own place. The Vietnam veteran…
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Kevin Carr
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August 4, 2020

Abuse can happen to anyone. Even a war hero.

Rick isn't the only one who is grateful. I am grateful for you. Your generosity, prayers and involvement are what…
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Kevin Carr
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July 21, 2020

Understanding Power and Control

In order to prevent domestic abuse – or to escape it when it happens – it’s vital to have a…
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July 13, 2020

One Teen’s Story of Intimate Partner Violence

Young people don’t always recognize they’re in an abusive relationship. “My story begins when I was 15.” The 17-year-old girl…
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July 8, 2020

Can we prevent domestic violence from rising during a crisis?

Early in the Coronavirus pandemic, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a plea on Twitter: “Peace is not just the…
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July 7, 2020

By staying engaged, we prevent domestic abuse

Join us at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 17, as we celebrate the groundbreaking on this exciting affordable housing project.…
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June 10, 2020

What happens when everyday life skills are missing?

“I’ve learned that it’s right to stick up for my kids and myself. We don’t just have to exist. We…
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June 4, 2020

Asset development is the ‘magic wand’ of violence prevention

What if we could wave a magic wand and keep kids from growing into violent adults? In a way, we…
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June 1, 2020

At-Home Learning at Sheltering Wings

Help us make the Summer merry and bright for our residents and their children. Thanks to our generous sponsors, including…
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