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Domestic and sexual Violence Safety Tips for Summer

Domestic and sexual Violence Safety Tips for Summer

As summer brings vacations, outdoor activities, and changes in routine, its important to keep safety a priority. Keep emergency resources accessible during summer activities.

1.      Stay Aware and Connected

·         Be Aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded or unfamiliar areas.

·         Avoid isolation; stay with a group or in a well-populated area.

·          Keep your phone charged and with you at all times. Share your location with someone you trust.

·         Check in regularly with a trusted individual.

 

2.Home Safety

·         Avoid areas where weapons may be accessible (kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, or workshops) during conflicts.

·         Lock up firearms and other potential weapons if possible.

·         Keep a packed bag with essentials like clothes, money, important documents, and keys in case you need to leave quickly.

·         Change locks on doors and discuss safety plans with children

·         Keep your Order of Protection with you and provide copies to trusted people.

 

Support and Resources

·         National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or TTY 1-800-787-3224

·         National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or online chat at https://hotline.rainn.org/online

·         Haven of the Dan River Region Hotline: 434-483-5482, office:434-554-0605

 

Haven of the Dan River Region Staff

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Thank You for making Her Story in Bloom a Success

On behalf of everyone at our shelter, we extend our heartful gratitude to all who helped make our Her Story in Bloom Luncheon such a meaningful and successful event.

We are excited to share that thanks to your generosity and support, we raised $11,127 through this fundraiser. Thank you to our generous sponsors whose support made this event possible. Your commitment to our mission helps us continue serving those in need. We would also like to recognize and thank the local businesses and community partners who donated items and services for our raffle. Your generosity helped make the event a success and demonstrated the incredible support that exists within our community.

To everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, shared our event— Thank You. Together, we are making a difference. Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us create a safer, stronger community for all.

With sincere Gratitude,

The Team at Haven of the Dan River Region

Community Survey

We are committed to providing safe, supportive, and empowering services to survivors. Your feedback helps us improve our programs and better serve our community. If you feel comfortable doing so, we invite you to complete our confidential survey. Participation is completely voluntary, and your responses will remain anonymous.

Link to Community Survey: https://rdcg.questionpro.com/havencommunitysurvey

Thank You for helping us grow and improve.