A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
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Safe+Sound Somerset Welcomes 2021 with a Redefined Commitment and Reinforced Foundation
A message from CEO Michele Boronkas about moving into a new year amidst a pandemic, with hope. December 2020 has arrived. It has come bearing the tread marks of a pandemic, racial reckoning, economic turmoil and unprecedented increases...
Ask Ava, Episode 36: “What can I do if my partner’s parents don’t accept me?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
Ask Ava, Episode 35: “I’m stressed out! How do I make sure my relationship stays healthy?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
Ask Ava, Episode 34: “How do I rebuild my confidence after an abusive relationship?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
What Happens When I Need Housing Assistance?
A handout explaining the process of receiving housing assistance at Safe+Sound. Your first step in getting connected to the Domestic Violence Housing First (DVHF) project is to reach out through Safe+Sound Somerset’s 24/7 Call and Text Hotline at 866.685.1122....
Ask Ava, Episode 33: “How long does it take to heal from an abusive relationship?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
Adverse Childhood Experiences: The Public Health Crisis Within the Covid-19 Pandemic
A blog post that explains Adverse Childhood Experiences and childhood trauma's effects over a lifetime. For nearly all of 2020, our news and social media has been dominated by the COVID-19 global pandemic. As of October 1, there...
Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma Learn During a Pandemic
A blog post with tips for working with/teaching youth in a trauma-informed way. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbating domestic violence nationwide. At Safe+Sound Somerset, we are seeing an increase in the severity and frequency of violence that our...
Helping Youth Heal From Trauma
A blog post about how trauma like witnessing DV affects youth, and how TF-CBT, a trauma treatment program, can help. DJ, a local teen, witnessed domestic violence in his family and felt voiceless. There was no sense of...
