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Lauren doesn’t remember when the abuse and neglect started, but it makes up some of her earliest memories. As a baby, she was once left in her crib all day without being fed or changed. When her younger siblings were born she took on the role of caretaker and protector, teaching them not to cry…
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Human trafficking has only recently gained awareness in the greater public. In topic that rarely sees the light of day, the few spotlights tend to highlight stories of sex trafficking. We also typically have a similar image in our minds when thinking of a trafficking “victim.” Rarely are they imagined as the nanny walking our…
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Will shelter still be closed by the 1st of the year? Yes, Southern Indiana Programs will no longer offer shelter, nor have folks living in shelter by the 1st of the year.  We will still work with those, who are determined to be in high lethality situations, on options for a safe place to go. …
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The holidays are challenging in the best of circumstances. But imagine being Sam, a six-year old in shelter in a time of disruption and uncertainty. He tells us his story… My Mom and Dad fight a lot. Sometimes, he hits her and makes her cry. Last night, it was really scary. After I fell asleep,…
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Strategies for Survivors During the Holidays Article from RAIIN  The holiday season is a time of celebration and a chance to reconnect with family and friends, but it can also present challenges for some survivors of sexual assault. Perpetrators of sexual violence are usually someone the victim knows. This is especially true for those who have experienced child…
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Last year after a violent incident with her partner, Cara and her two young children came to The Center for Women and Families. It happened right after Thanksgiving—a time that should be full of warm feelings and family togetherness. During her time in our shelter, she worked hard to get back on her feet, starting…
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