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Helping Your Child Heal After Domestic Violence
By Jenn Rockefeller One of the hardest things as a parent is knowing your child endured something painful. If you watched it happen, it’s that much more excruciating. What if that something was domestic violence? How do you help your child heal after something like that? Whether your child witnessed domestic violence or experienced it […]
Supporting Survivor Mothers: How to Honor Survivor Moms Year-Round
By Rebecca Lynn In May, many people scramble to find the perfect gift to show their appreciation to their moms. Sadly, not all Mother’s Days include breakfasts in bed and flowers. For those mom’s who have survived domestic violence, their Mother’s Day may look very different. Some are in shelters, displaced from their homes, or […]
Why Survivors Don’t Call the Police
By Jill Crowner Survivors are often asked why they didn’t “just call the police” when faced with domestic violence. The answer to this question is complicated and varies from case to case. Abusers frequently use fear and manipulation to maintain control over the person they are abusing. Survivors are told that calling the police won’t […]
Survivor Story: My Daughter’s Strength Encouraged Me to Break My Silence
By Jenn Rockefeller “When I realized the difference between my daughter and I [sic], she forgave [her abuser] and became a survivor immediately. I am no longer a victim and no longer let it rule my life.” Those are the words of a victim turned survivor. Those are the words of a woman who endured […]
Healing Survivors Through Retreats
By Tina O’Reilly Break the Silence holds two retreats each year for individuals impacted by domestic violence. The Survivor Sister Retreat is for women who have survived domestic violence and are healing. It’s vital for you to have left all unhealthy relationships behind and be welcoming to the opinions of others. We’re a diverse group and […]
