Anne's Support Group Advocate and peers in her support group validated her experience, taught her about the cycles of domestic violence and assured her—contrary to what her abusive spouse had long told her--that she wasn’t crazy. “Our group leader nurtured us with truth, support and kindness until we could stand on our own.”
Read MoreI came to Shelter with no belongings, no job, and no hope. Two years later, with the help of everyone at Journey Center, I have a job, a car, and will soon be getting my own apartment.
Read MoreFor years, I didn’t realize I was a victim of domestic abuse. My husband rarely hit me, but he did do everything he could to isolate me from my friends and other family members. His relentless criticism and spying on me left me feeling powerless. When I finally decided to leave him for Shelter, I got my power back.
Read MoreHe criticized me for everything I did. After he hit me for the first time, he was so apologetic. He swore it would never happen again, and I wanted to believe him. But a few weeks later, he was back at it again. I forgave him a few more times.
Read MoreFor Dana, Journey Center for Safety and Healing’s Emergency Domestic Violence Shelter provided a safe space for her and her daughter after fleeing her hometown.
With support from Journey Center staff Dana was able to build a safe home for her and her daughter.
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