Tag Archive: #domesticviolence

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...]

WINGS Supports Domestic Violence Awareness Month

According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), Everyone Knows Some one who has experienced domestic violence. With statistics like the following from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), it is hard to dispute that statement. 1 [read more...]

Learn About Domestic Violence

BECOME AWARE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE which affects 1 in 3 women in the U.S. and FIND OUT WHAT A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP LOOKS LIKE Saturday, October 15, 2022, 9:00–12:30 St. Hubert Parish Basement 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates Speakers will be: [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...]

Spring Cleaning Donation Drive

The Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Program is hosting a Spring Cleaning Donation Drive.  Much is needed for survivors of domestic violence in times of crisis and transition. They are in need of the following items… Adult Clothing: Shirts Pants Skirts [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...]