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...
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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...
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 29: “How can I get involved with ending domestic violence in my community?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
Finding Light in the Hopelessness of Domestic Violence
A blog post looking at the side of healing and hope. By Joelle Piercy, MSS, MLSP, LSW Community Outreach Coordinator October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is a time of remembrance, of hope and healing, and a call...
2020 Candlelight Vigil – Pledges for Remembrance, Hope, and Action
A video of Safe+Sound youth and adult volunteer commitments to serving survivors and ending violence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeLQ7pAw9nk&t=109s
2020 Candlelight Vigil ceremony
A video recording of Safe+Sound's 2020 virtual Candlelight Vigil during October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VanLsRZ8JQ4&t=910s
Domestic Violence Housing First Program Helping Survivors
A blog post explaining how the Housing First program works with survivors. The increase in incidents of domestic violence during the coronavirus pandemic is well documented and widely reported. Even before the pandemic hit, domestic violence survivors in...