A video interview with Rev. Linda Owens about finding hope. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoSnLTjR3_Y&t=1s
Audience: General Public
What Happens When I Want to Give Help to Survivors?
A handout explaining different types of donations supporting survivors at Safe+Sound and the community. Safe+Sound Somerset relies on the community – individuals, families, local businesses and civic groups – for the financial support to achieve our mission. Our donors...
Testimony at Senate Public Hearing on FY2022 State Budget
Speech by CEO Michele Boronkas on the increase in domestic abuse during COVID and the need for additional funds statewide. Good Afternoon. Thank you for the opportunity to address the committee today. My name is Michele Boronkas and...
Happy Social Worker Appreciation Month!
A blog post celebrating social workers at Safe+Sound. The common theme of purpose of Safe+Sound Somerset’s team of social workers is dedicating their lives to helping others. Social workers are present in times of crisis, helping people and...
Fulfilling My Lifelong Dream to be a Social Worker
A blog post about the journey to becoming a social worker. By Laura Perry, MBA, MSW Adult and Child Counselor As T.S. Eliot says, “It’s never too late to become the person you were always meant to be.” I...
Hope Growing Amidst Crises
A blog post encouraging folks to find hope within the COVID pandemic. By Joelle Piercy, MSS, MLSP, LSW Community Outreach Coordinator As we approach the one-year mark of the pandemic and the first stay-at-home orders, we are also...
10 Actions for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
A blog post listing 10 ways everyone can get involved to end teen dating violence. Small Actions Lead to Big Change for #TDVAM2021 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). You have the power to spread knowledge...
Como Detectar Las Señales Del Abuso Doméstico
A webinar recording of Safe+Sound staff discussing how to recognize warning signs of abusive relationships. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpbLGc-2ejA&t=1s
What Happens When a Domestic Violence Liaison is Contacted?
A handout about what to expect when working with a DVL. What is a Domestic Violence Liaison and how do they get involved? Domestic Violence Liaisons (DVL’s) are specially trained advocates employed by Safe+Sound Somerset and assigned to...
Teen Dating Abuse is Real and a Problem for 1 in 3 Teens
A blog post explaining how common and serious teen dating violence is, and how we can all support teen survivors. Teen dating abuse is just as common and serious as abusive adult relationships. 1 in 3 teens will...
