Internet & Computer Safety
Internet & computer safety considerations for those experiencing domestic violence.
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Safety Alert: Computer use can be monitored and is impossible to completely clear. If you are in danger, please use a safer computer, call our 24-hour hotline at 618-235-0892, &/or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE. If you are at a safer computer, click here to read more.
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- Jul 30, 2021
Is this Gaslighting?
Do you feel confused, paranoid, not sure of reality? Do conversations with your partner leave you questioning what you have experienced?...
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- Jul 28, 2021
Emma
Dating violence was never really discussed in Emma's home. Her parent said things like, "no one is allowed to harm you," or "you would...
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- Mar 25, 2021
Helping a Friend
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we are reminded just how important it is to be there for one another. The basic needs and rights for...
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- Mar 25, 2021
One Woman Can Make a Big Impact
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has."...
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- Feb 23, 2021
Teen Dating Conversations
Only 45% of parents have talked to their children about dating violence in the last year. As Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month winds...
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- Feb 8, 2021
Relationship Questions for Teens
Over 1/3 of high school boys and girls report being physically harmed by a dating partner in the last year. Unfortunately, only 33% of...
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- Jan 12, 2021
At Greater Risk - Transgender and Domestic Violence
While domestic violence affects every population, the transgender community is victimized at a higher rate. According to the National...
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- Nov 11, 2020
How to Help a Friend Who Isn't Ready to Leave
If your loved one is not ready to leave the abusive relationship, it can be even more difficult for you to know how to support them.
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- Nov 4, 2020
Keeping Children Safe Through Domestic Violence
When discussing domestic violence with survivors, the conversation tends to turn quickly to keeping children safe.
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- Sep 30, 2020
What Can I Do?
10 simple action you can take this October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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- Sep 22, 2020
My Partner Won't Stop Texting Me
If your partner is sending too many texts, it is not just annoying, it is likely unhealthy.
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- Sep 15, 2020
Stalking... Myth v. Reality
1.4 million people are stalked every year in the United States. We may hear more about celebrity stalking cases in the media, but the vast m
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- Sep 8, 2020
Can he be abused?
We must change the stereotype of what domestic violence looks like. All too often, men suffer through abuse in silence.
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- Sep 2, 2020
Belleville Chamber Cares
A big thank you to The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce for hygiene kit donation.
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- Aug 31, 2020
Should I Leave?
Deciding to stay or leave can be a difficult choice. You must consider your safety and your feelings.
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- May 1, 2020
Local Insurance Company Cares about Survivors
Yaekel and Associates partner with Erie Insurance to donate $1,000 to VPC
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- Apr 7, 2020
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
You can still help prevent child abuse, even during a national crisis.
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- Dec 3, 2019
Mya
He wasn't Mr. "Perfect" If you would have told Mya she would eventually need our services when she first met her husband she would have...
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- Nov 15, 2019
Andrea
That Call Saved Her Life "I am going to kill him tonight," Andrea* calmly told Beth, the Crisis Hotline Specialist. After years of...
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