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National Violence Survey Results
Monday, May 14, 2012 - 12:02
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently released the results from their first National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS). The CDC website describes the survey as:
He Has A Crush On You
Thursday, May 3, 2012 - 08:39
I happened across a blog posting that I thought was brilliant and so on target. The blog is called Views from the Couch, written by the Queen of the Couch. The topic for her post this particular day was called "You Didn’t Thank Me for Punching You in the Face". As you can imagine, that caught my attention so I read the blog and all I could say was, “Yes!
National Crime Victims' Rights Week
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 08:15
Every year in April a week is set aside to honor victims of crime. This year April 22-28 is set aside as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The theme for this year is "Extending the Vision: Reaching Every Victim".
Celebrity Golf Classic
Friday, April 13, 2012 - 16:11
It is that time of year again! We are gearing up for our 8th annual Hope Takes Flight Celebrity Golf Classic. The tournament has been a huge success and this year will be no exception.
The event will take place on Monday, May 21st at the Creekmoor Golf Club in Raymore, Missouri. Registration begins at 10AM and shotgun start at 11:45AM.
Margarita Ball
Thursday, April 5, 2012 - 08:53
Spring is in the air and we are gearing up for our new event the Margarita Ball. It is sure to be a great time with music, margaritas and lots of food. We are excited about this new event and are looking forward to a great crowd. World Conference of Women's Shelters
Friday, March 23, 2012 - 14:11
I had the fortunate opportunity to attend the 2nd annual World Conference of Women's Shelters in Washington, D.C. a couple of weeks ago.
Res in Motus Award Nomination
Monday, March 19, 2012 - 08:29
I was pleasantly surprised to receive an email from Nancy Bruns, President of the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce, letting me know that Hope House had been nominated by Tina Stidham for the 2012 Res in Motus (“Business In Motion”) Business of the Year Award. What an honor that we were recognized and nominated!Lee's Summit Bald Eagles: A Hair-razing Fundraiser
Thursday, March 8, 2012 - 12:14
Not long ago I had the privilege of spending the day in Jefferson City talking with our elected officials about the needs of our clients, the impact domestic violence has had on our community, and what is happening at Hope House.
Barbara Potts: Human Rights Award
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 12:23
Barbara Potts is a woman of great integrity and compassion. She is first and foremost looking out for the underprivileged and disadvantaged. She is passionate about human rights and so deserving of this award.