Tag Archive: #domesticabuse

Have You Seen the Domestic Abuse Awareness Ribbons on Campus?

In honor of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, Our Lady of the Wayside’s Domestic Abuse Ministry, headed by Kathy O’Neill, got busy applying purple ribbons to 50 trees on campus. Kathy [joyously] mentioned four new ministry volunteers showed the love by [read more...]

Indicators of an Unhealthy or Abusive Relationship

Healthy relationships are not perfect, but healthy relationships make both people feel respected, supported and safe problems can be safely addressed and conflict and disagreement can lead to productive change Cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships involves intentional effort, self-reflection, and [read more...]

7 Ways to Support a Domestic Violence Survivor

Acts of domestic violence occur every day, mostly behind closed doors. Nicole Glaser, manager of Aurora Sinai Medical Center’s healing and advocacy services, shares how you can support someone you know. 1) Learn the warning signs Physical: Look for black [read more...]

How to Help Someone in an Abusive Relationship

In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it’s important to know the signs of abuse and steps a person can take to help a loved one in need. “Most people want to know what to say to a friend, co-worker [read more...]

Domestic Violence Awareness: In Our Neighborhood Presentation

IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD PRESENTATION Presented by local experts Abigail Backer, MSW, Holly Lichtman, LCSW, and Shelley Welch. Come learn what they see, what they do, and what WE can do locally! Monday, October 17th 7-8pm at McDonnell Hall Our Lady [read more...]

Join the Rally Against Domestic Violence

Join us as we unite hands of different churches, denominations and backgrounds as we RALLY, WALK & STAND in prayer saying NO to Domestic Violence! Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 9 am-11 am at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, 9047 S. [read more...]

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Read about the factors that make teens more susceptible to abuse, warning signs and ways to speak to teens about Teen Dating Violence. “Because I love you,” can turn quickly from an innocent [read more...]

Signs Your Relationship May be Unhealthy

Frequent arguments over spending habits. Jealous comments about the attractive co-worker at your boyfriend’s office. These things may come up so often in your relationship that you consider them normal. But a healthy relationship makes you feel good and is [read more...]

Domestic Abuse Webinar: Cycle of Violence

The Domestic Violence Awareness Outreach at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, Elk Grove Village, is hosting a free webinar this Sunday, 2/28 at 7:00 pm, titled, “The Cycle of Violence.” Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers [read more...]

Domestic Violence During the Pandemic: Resources for Victims and Survivors

Due to the pandemic, many victims of domestic violence are being isolated at home with their abusers. The impact has caused an increase of unhealthy environments, making it harder to reach out for help and find safe options without being [read more...]