Director of Domestic Violence Services Addresses Intervention and Prevention Tabitha Dunn, Director of Domestic Violence Services at Unity House spoke with Fidelis Care about October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month (#DVAM). The article shines a light on a topic that would benefit from more awareness. Studies show that when victims of abuse see a community that… more
Support for Survivors of Abusive Relationships Capital Region Verizon teams and the amazing Communications Workers of America (CWA) are coming together to help raise awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Working with local advocates at 2 Harts One Soul, they will collect new household items for survivors of domestic violence. As Ashley Hart of 2… more
Liza Ellen Warner Nikki L. Hart. These two young women were victims of domestic violence who died at the hands of their batterers. Friends and family, and those committed to addressing the issue of domestic violence in our community, are coming together once again to honor their memories and to raise needed funds for services for victim… more
Music! Vendors! Children’s Fun! This is a free event in recognition of October’s Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention Month. Join us outside the Kathryn Allen Center for Domestic Violence Services at 6 102nd Street for our annual Community Block Party on Friday, October 4th, from 3-7pm for family-friendly fun. All are welcome! We’ll have music,… more
6th Annual Event at Unity House Join us for our annual event to mark International Women’s Day on Mary 8th. Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Team will be hosting an online panel to discuss and celebrate all women. To register for this free event, please reach out Ali List at AList@unityhouseny.org or visit here. Unity… more
Liza Ellen Warner Nikki L. Hart. These two young women were victims of domestic violence who died at the hands of their batterers. Friends and family, and those committed to addressing the issue of domestic violence in our community, are coming together once again to honor their memories and to raise needed funds for services for victim… more
It starts with recognition Death and injury from gun violence is a serious problem. Addressing this form of violence starts with recognizing this problem exists and creating awareness about efforts to reduce gun violence in the many places it exists. Gun violence is a chronic public health issue. Many forms Gun violence, sadly, takes many… more
Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month: Resources are available Expert advocates in Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services program are available 24/7 to help those experiencing abuse. For February’s Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we’ve ramped up our outreach to engage more with teens and young adults. You can learn more through our Feb newsletter… more
Unity House program works collaboratively to reach teens February marks Teen Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Program is busy planning community events and outreach activities for February. Orange is the color for Teen Dating Abuse Awareness & Prevention. Consider wearing orange on Wednesday, February 8th. Are you a community… more
Experienced Leader Oversees Shelter Julie Keegan LMHC, formerly Unity House’s Domestic Violence Clinical Program Director, is now Assistant Director of Residential and Clinical Services. Julie will head up the 33-bed confidential domestic violence shelter. A licensed mental health counselor, Julie will also manage the counseling program, serving adults and youth across the program. Working closely… more