Myths & Facts About Restraining Orders
There are a variety of reasons that a survivor might have against filing a restraining order. Survivors are the best experts of their situations, and it is their right to choose how they want to move forward.
Category: Supporting Survivors
Overcoming Loneliness
When I watched the news about U. S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy addressing loneliness, I felt disheartened because, as Director of Prevention Programs, I know our team is focused on building and sustaining healthy relationships and creating a sense of community. We combat loneliness and isolation every day. He has brought national attention to a very real public health crisis. Dr. Murthy’s new Surgeon General…
A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
This board sits on the wall of an office at our emergency shelter. It is one of the ways that the team keeps track of calls for support and services that come in – day and night – on our 24/7 hotline. Isabel, our Director of Residential Programs tallied them up and shared that in March alone, we received over 150 calls from survivors who needed…
How to Support Survivors During the COVID Holiday Season
For many of us, this year has taught us resilience and strength, but for some it has been…
The Gift of Feeling
As we find ourselves approaching holidays that look and feel different, may we give ourselves…
The Person on the Other Side of the Chat
I understand that even opening a chat can be a huge step for some people and I feel…
How Advocacy Looks Different During a Pandemic
Advocates had to learn how to respond to these needs and be creative in how to connect with…
7 Ways You Can Support Survivors In Your Community During COVID-19
We are living in unprecedented times, surrounded by uncertainty. Last week a wise friend of mine said, “every day is a week, every week is a month, and every month is a year.” I’ve never heard words that felt more true. As many of us have shifted to hunkering down in our homes, we at REACH are hearing about increasing needs from survivors of domestic violence….
Supporting the Supporters
May is Mental Health Month, which has been observed since 1949. Mental Health Month helps to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and to stop the negative stigma that is often associated with it. Our mental health is so important because it affects every aspect of our lives, including how we think, act, and feel. In honor of Mental Health Month, we interviewed REACH’s…
Tips for Supporting Survivors During the Holidays
The holidays can be a very difficult time of year for many, including survivors of domestic violence. For many survivors, the holidays may be a time when they are forced to make the difficult decision to miss time with loved ones, as family gatherings may mean coming face-to-face with their abuser. While we are always here to listen and offer support, we know that many survivors…
