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Lethality Assessment Program
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - 11:38
I have written about our Lethality Assessment Program in partnership with area law enforcement agencies in the past. This tool allows police officers to discuss with a victim the risk of being killed if they stay in the relationship.
Emotional Freedom Technique
Monday, November 5, 2012 - 08:27
Today’s guest blogger is Rita Witt, Vice President of Clinical Services for Hope House.
October is DV Awareness Month
Monday, October 29, 2012 - 08:00
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. Every year in October, programs across our country bring awareness to this issue that affects so many people here and across the world. DV is vicious and traumatic. We need to talk about it, not just in October, but all year long, until it stops.
Young Professionals Group Formed
Friday, September 14, 2012 - 14:59
Our guest blogger this week is Ashley Gillard, Hope House Board Member and chair of Hope House Young Professionals.
I am so proud to introduce Hope House Young Professionals (HHYP) as the newest edition to the Hope House family. It started as an idea just a year ago, which turned into planning, and finally into an official group just a few months ago.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
Friday, September 7, 2012 - 15:33
I first joined the Hope House staff shortly after graduating with my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree in 1989, but left after 6 months to pursue another opportunity.
I was lured by more money and the thought that I would have more opportunities elsewhere. While I really liked the other jobs, I knew my true calling was at Hope House.
Back to School
Friday, August 24, 2012 - 11:12
Well, it’s that time of the year… kids, as well as some adults, are heading back to school. I cannot believe how fast this summer has flown by.
It is exciting to see the seasons ready to change, school beginning and all of the hope and expectation that comes with starting something new.
Hope & All That Jazz
Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 11:26
We are gearing up for our annual Hope and All That Jazz this Saturday, August 18, at the Muehlebach Hotel in downtown Kansas City.
Submissive, Aggressive, or Empowered
Friday, August 10, 2012 - 16:02
Today's guest blogger is Lee Marlin, Director of Marketing for Hope House.
Everyone Needs a Support System
Friday, August 3, 2012 - 16:00
I recently had surgery to have my gall bladder removed. This was my first experience having any type of surgery and being in a hospital other than when I had my daughter years ago. It was very different being on the patient side, receiving all of the concern and support from family and friends.
Volunteer Dentists are Saving Smiles
Friday, July 20, 2012 - 10:37
Two years ago, we were starting a huge construction project at our campus in Independence. Part of the upgrade included a Medical/Dental room. We wanted our clients to have access to these basic services without having to leave the safety of our campus.
National Advocacy Days
Friday, July 13, 2012 - 13:39
I had the privilege of traveling to Washington DC in June to attend National Advocacy Day, sponsored by the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV). Advocacy Day brings together domestic violence advocates from across the country to discuss the latest news, trends and legislation that impacts the services we provide.Celebrating Independence
Thursday, July 5, 2012 - 11:13
Our country celebrated Independence Day yesterday. Normally when we think of Independence Day we think of fireworks, cook outs and celebrating our freedom and independence as a country.
But I also think about the thousands of people we work with who are creating new lives and celebrating their own newly found independence living a life free of violence.
Birdies Fore Hope Women's Golf Tournament
Thursday, June 28, 2012 - 14:44
We are so excited for our upcoming Birdies for Hope golf tournament. This is the second annual all women’s golf tournament, and it was the brain child of one of our board members, Lisa Block.
Katie Piper Update
Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 15:19
One of my very early blogs was about Katie Piper, the young woman who in March 2008 was held captive for 8 hours, and suffered a brutal attack and rape by her boyfriend. As if that wasn’t enough, he then arranged for an accomplice to attack Katie by throwing acid on her face.
Are Clients Abusing the System?
Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 14:51
This week’s blog is about another common myth I hear when I talk to people about the services at Hope House. I often get asked if the people in shelter are really in need, or are they taking advantage of the system? This conversation is often in reference to those who are receiving state assistance and food stamps.Help Hope House Win $50,000
Thursday, May 31, 2012 - 11:44
We are excited to have been chosen to participate in an online competition to win $50,000 through the "Cultivate Wines: The Give" competition.
The Most Common Myth
Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 14:32
I have spent some time blogging about common myths about domestic violence. Here’s the one that is the most frustrating for me to explain and dispel:
"Victims like the abuse, otherwise they would leave."
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".