Client Testimonials
“When I left court, I had more than my order of protection. I went home with my dignity and my confidence restored. Hope’s Door had built a protective fence around my family and me. It was the first time in months that I felt I could breathe.
Miranda, who came to us with a black eye and a broken spirit.
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“My two boys and I lived with abuse for four years before I found the courage to call the hotline at Hope’s Door. I finally realized that we just couldn’t live like that any longer.”
Nicole, who fled to our shelter with her two boys.
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“Even after my ex-boyfriend strangled me, I didn’t tell anyone. I didn’t know where to turn. I felt stuck. Then I heard about Hope’s Door. I not only learned how to protect myself but now I can help others facing the same problem.”
Kristy, a 16-year-old who spoke up during a STAR meeting.
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“When we first arrived at the shelter, I looked around and was stunned. I don’t know what I was expecting— maybe a gymnasium with cots all around and me staying awake all night to protect the kids. What I found was a home where everybody did everything they could to make us feel safe and comfortable.”
Cheryl, who found comfort in the safety of our shelter.
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“I never truly understood domestic violence until it became evident that I was in the midst of it and dealing with an emotionally unstable and unpredictable spouse. Although mostly a psychological manipulation, she would often provoke, and at some points, physically harm me.”
Anthony, who came to us overwhelmed by his situation.
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“Being with my girlfriend made me feel like I had no voice. Now that I found Hope’s Door, I am starting to see that I am not her property, that she cannot control who I talk to or spend time with, and that I can stand up for myself. I am ready to take the next step forward.”
Fiona, who came to us with no confidence.
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