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Colleen Torpie, Reiki and Sound

Posted by David Wallace on September 4, 2019

Have you ever considered the healing benefits sound could have on one’s mind and body? On August 15th, six members of the Hope’s Door team had the pleasure of diving into an intimate sound experience while visiting Colleen Torpie’s Reiki and Sound Studio. Open-minded and eager about what was about to unfold, we sprawled out […]

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Does social media have an impact on our romantic relationships?

Posted by David Wallace on August 20, 2019

August is Romance Awareness Month. To test your knowledge, try our informative quiz.    

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Spotlight on Kristen Gizzi, Esq.

Posted by David Wallace on August 19, 2019

Originally published in August 2019 Newsletter Experiencing various forms of abuse throughout her life resulted in a deep rooted desire to make a difference and to turn powerlessness into empowerment. As a result, Kristen Gizzi has emerged as a strong, empathetic and zealous advocate.  But what really shines through as she speaks, is her deep […]

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Retirement of Gwen Wright from OPDV

Posted by David Wallace on July 9, 2019

Hope’s Door joined with domestic violence advocates and others in late June to honor Gwen Wright upon her retirement as Executive Director of the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. In addition to her 20+ years with OPDV, Gwen served as Executive Director of the New York State Coalition Against Domestic […]

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Denim Day 2019

Posted by David Wallace on April 24, 2019

Hope’s Door supports survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence this Denim Day and every day. History of Denim Day: In 1998, the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape case because the sexual assault survivor was wearing jeans. The Court stated that because the jeans were tight, the victim must have helped her attacker remove […]

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