Hope is a powerful and multifaceted emotion that plays a crucial role in our mental health, resilience, and overall outlook on life. It’s more than just wishful thinking. Hope is deeply rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and even influences our physical … Read More
Domestic violence not only affects the immediate victims but can also leave a profound impact on those who witness it, especially children. Every year, between three and ten million children witness domestic violence between their parents or caregivers. While they … Read More
Spiritual abuse is the misuse of spiritual or religious beliefs to manipulate, control, or harm others. An abusive partner may exploit their partner’s spiritual or religious beliefs to exert power and assert or maintain dominance. It can be difficult to … Read More
How do you know if your relationship is good? Sometimes it’s hard to look in from the outside and really assess what’s going on and whether or not it’s healthy. So, let’s take a look at some relationship red and … Read More
When you have children with an abusive ex, it is very likely that you will have some sort of custody arrangement where they will still get to spend some time with the children, especially during the holidays. This can mean … Read More
A safety plan is a personalized plan that a person can use to increase their safety during a dangerous or scary time in their life. A safety plan must be tailored to each person’s specific situation. Make sure your safety … Read More
The Greene County chapter of the VOICES committee was established in November 2021. In this month’s blog we explore what the committee is all about. The VOICES Survivor Advocacy Network is a program of Alliance for HOPE International. The network … Read More
In this installment of our Stay Safe series, we’re taking a look at what specific documents you may want to have close at hand or stashed somewhere safe so you can easily get to them if the time comes that … Read More
When you’re ready to leave a dangerous or potentially dangerous relationship, it can be hard to know how. A good starting point is a safety plan and a hidden go bag at the ready. But what should you pack in … Read More
Springfield Daily Citizen reporters Steve Pokin and Jackie Rehwald took a deep dive into domestic abuse in Springfield. Their months long efforts resulted in extensive multi-part series “Living in Fear”. Few have taken such an in-depth look at domestic … Read More