Why don't domestic violence victims call the police

Why Didn’t She Call Police?

May 11, 2020

One of the questions that is often posed in regard to a woman experiencing domestic violence is why didn’t she contact law enforcement when she was experiencing the abuse? The…

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Child Abuse Prevention Month & Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 30, 2020

Even during difficult times, it’s important to remember and stand up for those who are most vulnerable. April is designated as National Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month,…

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The Telehealth Transition: What to Expect & Safety for Survivors

The Telehealth Transition: What to Expect & Safety for Survivors

April 27, 2020

We are living in an unprecedented time during this global pandemic with social distancing and stay at home orders. Counseling is just one of the many areas that people have…

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Recording

How video-recorded evidence plays a role in family violence cases

April 20, 2020

“Even though now the justice system’s involved in trying to protect the victim, trying to help them, they’re [victim] still very traumatized and a lot of times for various reasons…

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Stages of Change

Stages of Change

April 13, 2020

Oftentimes, when people hear stories about domestic violence, they quickly ask the question, “why didn’t she just leave?” At Genesis, we know that leaving is much easier said than done,…

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Children's Activities

Keeping your children entertained while social distancing

April 6, 2020

Social distancing, while necessary, can prove to be difficult, especially for those with children. Many young children, teenagers and parents are likely experiencing levels of confusion and frustration as their…

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COVID-19 resources

Available resources amid COVID-19

March 24, 2020

Although it may be necessary, social distancing is not easy. If you’re like me, you may have experienced some anxiety or frustration or feel uncertain about the future. While this…

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Woman standing in living room

Safety planning if you’re trapped at home

March 20, 2020

While many of us are currently practicing social distancing and staying inside our homes, victims of domestic violence who are trapped with abusers don’t have the luxury of feeling safe.…

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Back to the Future

Back to the Future, or Back to the Beginning?

March 18, 2020

If you’re like me, you’ve spent the past several days practicing social distancing. In addition to working from home during the day, which I am fortunate to be able to…

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Woman working from home

5 action items in the age of COVID-19

March 16, 2020

Practice social distancing. The single most important thing everyone can do to prevent the spread of the coronavirus is practice social distancing. By now, you’ve most likely heard about “flattening…

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