Clothed with Dignity
Our phenomenal volunteers, Debby and Emily, recently tackled a huge project for us. In January, they volunteered a combined total of 112 hours to transform a once cluttered basement into a space that meet the needs of the families served at Friendship Home. Their hard work will make it easy for families to find exactly […]
Executive Director to Retire
As President of the Board for Friendship Home, it is with great gratitude that I wish our outgoing Executive Director, Amy Evans, a well-earned and peace filled retirement. Amy’s 35-year tenure with Friendship Home has been nothing short of transformational. Her compassion for the mission, ability to forge strong partnerships and strategic skill has expanded […]
Violence Against Women Act
The Violence Against Women Act has been one of the cornerstones of America’s response to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking for the past quarter-century. Every time Congress has reauthorized VAWA, they have strengthened it to improve protections and access to safety and justice for all survivors. VAWA is now four years past […]
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month
7 Myths of Human Trafficking Human trafficking is defined as the unlawful act of transporting or coercing people to benefit from their work or service, typically in the form of forced labor or sexual exploitation. There are several misconceptions regarding human trafficking, here are 7 myth surrounding human trafficking. 1. Only women and girls can […]
Focusing on Strengths Matters for Survivors
Focusing on Strengths Matters for Survivors Over the years, so many survivors that I’ve worked with have told me that the verbal and emotional abuse they’ve endured can be one of the most difficult things to heal from. After being told repeatedly that they are worthless, stupid, not capable of making it on their own, […]
Domestic Violence is a Public Health Crisis
Domestic violence is a public health crisis impacting the whole person, and their child. Survivors, and the children who witness violence, are impacted by the abuse long after they leave. Health conditions for survivors and their families are immediate, short-term, and long-term leading to increased healthcare costs for the individual and healthcare system. Women who […]
A Safe Space for All Survivors
I believe that everyone deserves to be safe, especially in their own home and in their intimate relationship. Until that is a reality, Friendship Home exists to provide a safe space for all survivors of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking in our community. Safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing options […]
Children & Domestic Violence
The resilience of mothers and their children resonates with me. Some of our families face many barriers to a better life through no fault of their own. They must do things to get back on their feet that would be difficult for anyone, much less someone who just left their whole lives behind and is […]
Health Cares about Domestic Violence Day
Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day is a nationally recognized day that takes place annually on the second Wednesday of October. Sponsored by FUTURES, the awareness-raising day aims to reach members of the healthcare and advocacy communities to offer education about the critical importance of universal education to promote healthy relationships, address the health impact of […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987 to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues while raising awareness for those issues. Join Friendship Home as we “Take a Stand” against domestic violence. We will be remembering those who have been victims of domestic violence, celebrating survivors of domestic violence, […]