Our Annual Events
- Domestic Violence Awareness Month: participating businesses display purple lights and ribbons as an expression of their commitment to ending domestic abuse.
- Empty Place at the Table (EPATT): a traveling table display placed at quiet, contemplative locations such as libraries. The table is set with dinnerware donated by the families of individuals who have died as a result of domestic abuse. Visitors to the table are invited to reflect.
- Roundtable Discussions: in-person groups intended to provide a brief overview of domestic abuse followed by the opportunity to explore the impact of domestic abuse in rural communities.
- Shop for Hope: a sale of new and gently used adult and children's clothing and accessories held each summer. This event, a community favorite, is a great opportunity to purchase amazing items at incredible prices. Watch for our ads!
- Speaker Series: high quality learning and discussion on topics related to domestic abuse. The series is also an opportunity to come together as a community, increase connections, network, collaborate and learn from one another.
We also offer many opportunities to learn more about domestic abuse including:
- Auctions
- Lectures
- Webinars
Our News
Strategic plan brings new direction, priorities to NHM
Legal Advocacy Director Susanna Norwood with Boothbay Harbor police officers after a recent training. By: knox.villagesoup.com ROCKLAND – New Hope Midcoast, the region’s domestic violence resource center, recently announced new…
Read MoreImpacts of Abuse on Mental Health
Impacts of Abuse on Mental Health By: Lori Rodriguez, Education and Outreach Director Survivors of domestic abuse often experience impacts on their mental health. Sometimes these effects are temporary, and…
Read MoreEconomic Abuse: Do Not Pass Go
Economic Abuse: Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect Two Hundred Dollars By: Hillary Waterman, Community Prevention Educator Economic abuse can be just as devastating as physical abuse. To deny…
Read MoreIt’s Complicated: Substance Use and Domestic Abuse
It’s Complicated: substance use and domestic abuse By: Lori Rodriguez, Education Director Many believe that substance use is an underlying cause of domestic abuse, but this is a misconception. There…
Read MoreWhere Does Safety Reside
Where Does Safety Reside: The intersection of domestic violence and mass shootings By: Joan LeMole, Development Director and Hillary Waterman, Community Prevention Educator Recent events in Lewiston, coupled with the…
Read MoreLegal advocacy makes a difference for survivors of domestic violence
By: Susanna Norwood, Legal Services Director The impacts of domestic violence can be felt in many ways-physically, mentally, emotionally, and even legally. As survivors work to build a life that…
Read MoreTalk offers strategies to prevent school-based sexual harassment
By: Joan LeMole, Development Director School is much more than a place for academic learning. It’s a safe, secure place where students can feel valued, respected and nurtured. It provides a…
Read MoreEducation 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…
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New Hope Midcoast Locations
We offer 3 onsite locations serving Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Waldo counties in Maine.
MAILING ADDRESS FOR ALL OFFICES:
New Hope Midcoast
P.O. Box A, Rockland, Maine 04841
24/7 Helpline Midcoast Maine 1-800-522-3304
24/7 Statewide Helpline
1-866-834-4357
