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110 Bracken Road Montgomery, NY 12549 (845) 457-9211
Safe Homes of Orange County
P.O. Box 649 Newburgh, NY 12551 845-562-5365 ' FAX 845-562-2216 HOTLINE: 1-888-503-HOPE
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP STOP THE VIOLENCE
- Insist on the accountability of the perpetrators of intimate-partner violence;
- Speak out and advocate for victims and survivors;
- Write to editors of local newspapers and your legislative districts;
- Practice and teach non-violence and gender equity;
- Learn more about healthy relationships;
- If you know someone affected by domestic violence, offer to help; encourage them to call a Safe Homes advocate to discuss options and resources;
- If a victim expresses a desire to talk about an abusive situation, listen. Do not judge.
- Talk to your employer, religious congregation or community group about holding a Safe Homes' presentation on Domestic Violence and Healthy Relationships;
- Find out if your employer has a workplace violence policy? (Safe Homes can help developing one.)
- Before casting your vote, learn where political candidates, especially judges, stand on the issue of domestic violence.
TO HELP SAFE HOMES HELP SURVIVORS
- Volunteer (call regarding opportunities, and for application and training schedules);
- Inquire about and participate in our fundraising programs and events;
- Request an updated Safe Homes' Wish-List;
- Encourage your workplace, congregation or club to adopt a year-round need of the Safe Homes' shelter (i.e. laundry supplies, diapers, etc.);
- Include Safe Homes in your annual giving or estate planning.
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