Many of us revisit our budgets at the year’s close to be financially prepared for the coming year. It’s a wise step since it can be devastating to be caught…
A Court Advocate is a qualified, trained staff or volunteer whose duties are to assist victims/survivors and any dependents in certain legal matters relevant to their situation. Court Advocates at…
The holiday season can be incredibly stressful, whether you’re lonely and isolated or overwhelmed by difficult family members. Handling these stressors can be challenging but not impossible! Let’s talk about…
This year marks 35 years since Domestic Violence Awareness Month was launched nationwide to connect those working on domestic violence issues and raise awareness worldwide. Since 1987, so much progress…
We put the “fun” into “fundraiser” every year here at Bridges Domestic Violence Center, including our Jokers and Jackpots Annual Gala! The Gala is integral to funding our vital domestic…
Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems. In addition, children who witness violence between parents…
Seeing someone you love in an abusive situation is challenging; because you love them, you want to help, but it’s hard to determine how best to do that. There are…
Giving back to your community is one way to keep that community strong and vibrant and make it a great place to live. You may even be planning some summer…
Suffering from domestic violence is scary, debilitating, and isolating. A victim will often be afraid to tell anyone about their situation, even a professional. Abusers are known to threaten their…
Giving to a nonprofit organization like Bridges Domestic Violence Center is not a business transaction; it connects us with other humans and with the world around us. Most of us…