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Rock County is fortunate enough to have an agency like the YWCA. They offer essential services to all those impacted by domestic violence- women, children AND men. While the organization itself offers many services to benefit the families of Rock County (including the CARE House, our Child Advocacy Center), their Alternatives to Violence and Transitions programs specifically target those who’ve been affected by this societal problem. The Alternatives to Violence program offers a 33-bed domestic violence shelter that remains full or nearly full all the time. They provide adults dealing with domestic violence and their children a warm place to rest their heads, food, basic necessities, and support. The Transitions program offers adults who are rebuilding their lives after domestic violence with 12 months of subsidized independent housing, and up to 18 months of advocacy and case management support.

I have worked with this incredible organization for the last 20 years- with both victims and survivors AND those offering the above services. I have witnessed how domestic violence can impact adults, children and our community. I have seen it change the trajectory of people’s lives. It’s ugly, it’s scary and it’s a PROBLEM.

PLEASE join me in supporting real change. This event and the monetary donations provide education, awareness and necessary funds to address domestic violence in our community and support those who are impacted most. Please consider adding to the good in the world and help make a difference.

Just a small donation will go a long way.