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Alison Jackson-Wood
Oct 30, 20201 min read
Resources for Those Who Have Lost a Loved One to Domestic Violence
As we are painfully aware, not everyone survives intimate partner violence. Each person left behind grieves differently and the aftermath...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Oct 29, 20201 min read
How to Help if Someone You Know is a Victim of Domestic Violence
Listen to the victim and avoid casting blame. Make sure you say: "You don't deserve this;" "This is not your fault;" and "I believe you."...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Oct 11, 20203 min read
Covid-19 and Domestic Violence in Rural Areas
Daily life has never been static, as change is part of life. Currently, however, the changes are unlike any in recent history....
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Oct 5, 20201 min read
Bethesda House and October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October - a month to be shared by many passionate folks. In October, awareness is raised for Breast Cancer, Lupus, Down Syndrome, Rett...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Sep 7, 20203 min read
Reflecting on Labor Day and The Labor of Love
It is Labor Day. Many who have jobs are taking a break from the normal Monday workday. Of course, this does not apply to some –...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Aug 5, 20201 min read
Independence Day in a Domestic Violence Shelter
We are driving to an appointment. The streets are lined with flags and other reminders of the 4th of July holiday. The car is quiet until...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Aug 5, 20201 min read
Covid-19 Thoughts Part II - Why Wear a Pesky Mask During a Pandemic?
“The Love Mask” The Bethesda House community operates from the premise that love is foundational for all of our actions. We believe that...
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Alison Jackson-Wood
Aug 5, 20202 min read
Covid-19 Thoughts Part I - What Shelter Residents Know about Sheltering In
While things are beginning to open back up after the quarantine, we at Bethesda House still encourage all who are returning to their...
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