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Movie Screening and Discussion – “It Ends With Us”
On August 14, 2024, in partnership with the Bedford Playhouse and Connect to Northern Westchester magazine, we delivered an informative program on domestic violence to the community. After a screening of the movie IT ENDS WITH US, three staff members from Hope’s Door participated in a discussion moderated by Gia Miller editor-in-chief of the magazine. […]
READ MOREWestchester Women Make Gains But Improvement Is Needed
Westchester Women Make Gains But Improvement Is Needed January 30, 2023 by Abby Luby Women in Westchester County made strides to improve their quality of life but continue to significantly lag in earnings behind men with comparable education while facing an accelerating rate of domestic violence. Those were key takeaways as the Westchester Women’s Agenda presented […]
READ MOREFinding Their Voice: Hope’s Door Survivor Advocacy Group
Finding Their Voice: Hope’s Door Survivor Advocacy Group NOVEMBER 9, 2022 BY JEAN SHEFF Holidays can be stressful for everyone, especially for those in domestic violence circumstances. Experts contend that the pressure of the celebrations can inflame emotions and behavior. Other stressors can also contribute to domestic abuse. The National Commission on COVID-19 and Criminal Justice […]
READ MOREHope’s Door Plays Integral Role in Expansion of Westchester County Domestic Violence High Risk Team
Westchester County is creating an expanded crisis intervention team that will identify families at highest risk of deadly domestic violence and intervene to save lives by providing enhanced support and services. The Westchester County Domestic Violence High Risk Team (DVHRT), will harness the collaborative power of diverse partners across all of Westchester County to improve […]
READ MOREIt Takes a Village
It Takes a Village The Hope’s Door Next Step Economic Empowerment Program fosters the economic empowerment and self-sufficiency of survivors of domestic violence. One Hope’s Door donor, Not 4gotten NY, gives program graduates practical items like pots, pans and utensils in a “Kitchen in a Box,” when they move to their own housing. And last […]
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