by nwaws | Nov 15, 2018 | Client Art
Charlotte’s Story: Charlotte (age 37) and her two children started attending our weekly outreach support groups after Charlotte left her abuser. Charlotte has been able to share with her peers in support group about how the emotional, mental, and financial abuse...
by nwaws | Nov 15, 2018 | Client Art
Michelle’s Story: Michelle’s abuser used substances to maintain power and control in their relationship. After an altercation with her abuser and her abuser’s mother left her physically and emotionally injured, she sought support and services at our...
by nwaws | Nov 14, 2018 | Client Art
Jane’s Story: When Jane was first welcomed into our safe home after leaving her abuser of 17 years, her self-confidence was low. Our advocates worked with Jane to empower, educate, and support her as she took on new responsibilities and faced difficult choices....
by nwaws | Nov 14, 2018 | Client Art
Daisy’s Story: Daisy sought support and services for herself and her two sons after she left her abusive husband. Daisy recalls the mental, emotional and physical abuse she endured. Her abuser would often tell her she was worthless, and when the abuse turned...
by nwaws | Nov 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
Jordan was 9 when he and his 5-year-old sister, Susie, started coming to an outreach group at the shelter. In the first several child support groups Jordan attended, he glorified his dad’s aggressive and abusive behaviors. He had learned that he wanted to be mean and...
