by Mary Katherine Thorn | Jan 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, an initiative dedicated to shedding light on the pervasive issue of abuse in teenage relationships. As parents, guardians, and mentors, we can play a critical role in prevention and intervention, and in support for...
by Mary Katherine Thorn | Jan 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Each month I write to you with an issue that is on my heart. In January, I spoke of the challenges survivors of domestic violence face after the holidays. This month I would like to refocus on the multifaceted nature of sexual assault, in particular, the challenges...
by Mary Katherine Thorn | Jan 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
Shelby Hull, the SafeHouse Outreach Coordinator, also works as a SafeShelby advocate and manages all of SafeHouse’s volunteer advocates. Advocates play a vital role during sexual assault and strangulation forensic examinations by offering emotional support and...
by Safe House | Jan 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
A Letter from the Executive Director I’m writing to you with the hope that you’ve had a merry and joyous holiday season. I hope that your cup is full from the festivities, and that you’ve had a happy start to the New Year. But at SafeHouse we know, for people who are...
by Safe House | Dec 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
What is stalking? January is here again, and at SafeHouse, we’re acknowledging Stalking Awareness Month. According to the CDC, stalking impacts 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in the United States. Stalking is one of the more misunderstood of the behaviors that...
by Mary Katherine Thorn | Dec 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Project: Painting Watercolor Butterflies I knew the jail wouldn’t be comfortable, but I was still surprised by how bleak and cold it was. The walls were different shades of grey. There was little natural light, and the bulbs were harsh fluorescents. Seven...
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