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Purple Thursday

October 15, 2020By
Wear purple to support for survivors on Thursday October 22!  Purple shirts, masks, hats, and jewelry! Remember to post a selfie on social media during the day to identify yourself as an advocate and call for an end to domestic violence. Purple Thursday is a great way for work, faith, and community groups to show support while socially distanced. Don’t forget to tag and mention us in your post: #purplethursday #DVAM #supportsurvivors #endDV @GreenHouse17 @GreenHouse17KY  Download…
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Sobriety after abuse

October 13, 2020By
Getting and staying sober takes courage, especially if you’re a survivor of intimate partner abuse. Some survivors began drinking more to numb the physical and emotional pain of abuse, while others were forced to drink and drug by their abuser. You may feel ashamed about the abuse and for using substances. Remember you have survived the trauma of abuse the only way you could. Now, though, the substances are putting your safety at risk and…
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The Heart Space

October 12, 2020By
Relax, unwind, or maybe even fall into a lovely nap as you listen to this 30-minute recording made from inside a hoop house on our farm. If you've ever visited our farm, you know it's a magical place. This recording captures a bit of that magic an early autumn day fades, and the evening showers make their way to the farm. Wherever you are, you can come back to your breath. Join us on the…
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Yoga with Holden

October 9, 2020By
We'll be sharing a guided yoga experience every Friday during October.  Holden, a certified yoga instructor on our staff, invites you to a engage your body in low-impact movement during this 30-minute yoga experience.    View this post on Instagram   Holden, a certified yoga instructor on our staff, invites you to a engage your body in low-impact movement during this 30-minute yoga experience. #yogafridays #inhalecourage #supportsurvivors #kydvam #LexStopDV A post shared by GreenHouse17 (@greenhouse17ky)…
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Healing after Abuse

October 6, 2020By
You might not feel like yourself as you begin to heal after intimate partner abuse. Give yourself permission to make healing a priority, and remember the healing journey is different for everyone. Do you have a strong support network of family and friends? Often, friendships need to be mended or ended to help you heal. Many survivors are eager to begin a safe romantic relationship, while others swear to never be intimate with another again.…
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The Heart Space

October 5, 2020By
Take a few minutes for yourself today to find your heart space during this guided relaxation and breathing experience. The Heart Space is a digital sound archive of trauma-sensitive resources dedicated to serving those who are healing from abuse. Rooted in mind-body connection, the intention of this archive is to serve as a tool for survivors to reembody their mental, emotional, and physical body. Our approach is grounded in deepening our understanding of both our…
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A Message from Governor Andy Beshear

October 3, 2020By
"Join me in becoming an advocate during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During this month, we must acknowledge the strength of survivors and give voice to victims and their loved ones." During #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth we must become advocates for those who need us most. Visit @KCADVtweets or call 502–209–5382 for important resources. pic.twitter.com/BFekGpYXR6 — Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) October 2, 2020 Today - I ask you to share important resources for both survivors and victims of domestic…
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Yoga with Stephanie

October 2, 2020By
We'll be sharing a guided yoga experience every Friday during October.  Join Stephanie, an advocate and certified yoga instructor on our staff, for this 30-minute relaxation journey. She invites you to find a comfortable space, take a deep breath, and exhale fear as you reconnect with your body.   View this post on Instagram   Join Stephanie, an advocate and certified yoga instructor on our staff, for a low-impact guided yoga experience. #yogafridays #inhalecourage #supportsurvivors…
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 1, 2020By

Our “Inhale Courage, Exhale Fear” theme for Domestic Violence Awareness Month is inspired by our shared experiences this year. We continue to breathe knowing each breath we take could harm someone we love. Our lungs fill and empty as we witness and participate in the reckoning of our nation’s systemic racism. We steady our breath before answering another call to the crisis hotline as domestic violence continues to rise during this pandemic.   But when was the last…

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#ISeeYou: National Campaign to ensure Survivor visibility during COVID-19 

August 31, 2020By

One thing we know is that home is not always safe for everyone, especially survivors of intimate partner violence. This has especially been the case during COVID-19. When a survivor is forced to stay in close proximity to their abuser it is often easier for them to exert control over the survivor. Recently, there have been reports of increased domestic violence during the lockdowns necessitated by COVID-19 across countries in North America, South America, Europe,…

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