Posts by nhm
Education plays a key role in preventing teen dating violence
By: Lori Loftin, System Advocacy and Education Director When people think about survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, they often think about adults. However, for many, dating violence and…
Read MoreVolunteers make a difference in the lives of survivors
By: Lori Loftin, System Advocacy and Education Director Volunteers have always played an important role in helping survivors of domestic abuse. A key component in that role is the right…
Read More(Ab)Using Technology in Intimate Partner Violence
By: Joan LeMole, Development Director Technology is a double-edged sword when abuse is involved. For survivors of domestic abuse, it can be an effective tool for safety planning and finding…
Read MoreSafety Planning with Survivors of Domestic Abuse
By: Hillary Waterman, Community Prevention Educator Domestic violence advocates talk a lot about safety planning. It is something we engage in on a daily basis on the job, whether we…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Roundtable Discussion: May 19th in Rockland
Join us for this important discussion! New Hope Midcoast, Midcoast Maine’s comprehensive Domestic Violence Resource Center, will host a free Domestic Violence Roundtable Discussion from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday, May…
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