The profile of an abuser

October 15, 2018

Many women who come to Genesis for support end up asking the question “How can I learn to spot an abusive man at the beginning of a potential relationship?” The…

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Is Your Relationship Healthy?

October 8, 2018

Carrie sat in her house, alone, replaying in her mind the argument she had with her husband before he slammed the door and left. Carrie wondered what she had done…

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The Hidden Costs of Escaping Domestic Violence

October 1, 2018

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but at Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, we fight every day to give women and children in abusive situations a way out. Domestic violence…

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What to Expect When Calling the Hotline

September 24, 2018

For many domestic violence survivors, making the decision to seek shelter can be extremely difficult. Oftentimes, survivors may not know where to turn, but one of the most important steps…

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Why victims of domestic violence recant

September 17, 2018

Sara was terrified as Jason chased her around the kitchen island. She was terrified as he pushed her into the hallway wall and threatened to kill her. In the middle…

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Be Her First Step away from abuse this Giving Day

September 10, 2018

September 20th marks the tenth annual North Texas Giving Day, the largest community-wide giving event in the nation. Nearly $200 million dollars have been raised through Giving Day, strengthening nonprofits…

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Does Your Company Match Gifts to Nonprofits?

September 3, 2018

What is a matching gift program? Companies of all sizes are ready to match your donation to your favorite nonprofit organization. A matching gift program is one of the many…

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Part I: Breaking the Cycle

August 27, 2018

Understanding the connection between violence towards animals and violence towards people This guest blog was written originally for the SPCA of Texas by Marlo Clingman WARNING: In this series of posts,…

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Healing Through Fun

August 20, 2018

August is National Family Fun Month, and there is still time to celebrate! Falling at the end of the summer, August is a time to remember the importance of having…

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National Thrift Shop Day

August 13, 2018

National #ThriftShopDay is this Friday, August 17, and what better way to celebrate than by stopping by our Benefit Thrift Store! We have furniture, books, men’s and women’s clothes, shoes, purses,…

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