Subject:
News from Avalon
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For many, the month of February brings to
mind images of hearts, roses, chocolates and
candies. For families living with abuse or
individuals suffering from the scars of assault,
it may be hard to feel love all around. If you are
in a healthy relationship, take the time to let
those people close to you know you appreciate,
trust, and care for them. If you are in the
latter group, trying to cope, survive,
and feeling alone, recognize that love
and support is available. Avalon
wants to be the foundation and safety net
you need to reach your own personal
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Domestic Violence
Counts:07
A 24-hour
census of domestic violence shelters and services
across the United States
In one
24-hour survey period...
- 53,203
victims were served in one day
- 20,582
Hotline calls were answered
- 29,902
community members were educated
Sadly...
- 7,707
requests for services were unmet due to a lack
of resources
Programs across the country
pointed to transportation as an area where most
resources are needed. Avalon is no different.
Among the most critical needs on our Wish List
are gas cards. The rising cost of fuel
is putting a serious strain on our residents'
finances and thus the ability to get to and from
work. Your thoughtful consideration is
appreciated
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| February Means Love Is
In The Air...
Or Is It? |
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Sociologists, psychologists, and experts in
the field of family violence explain why
people stay in bad relationships and try to bust
common Valentine Day myths.
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| Adverse Health
Conditions Associated with
IPV |
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Center for Disease Control and Prevention
reports that female victims, in particular, have
a higher incidence of hypertension, heat
attacks, and heart disease
Learn
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My Name Is
Anne... |
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My name is Anne....I got
married the winter of '97. Looking back on my
abusive relationship, it was always there but
for some strange reason I didn't want to see how
jealous he was. He wanted to be around me all
the time. I thought he loved me like that. I
remember before we got married all the attention
I really liked, because I never had the
attention of my father so I needed to be needed
and loved. The first time he hit me I was
shocked and couldn't believe it. What really
blew my mind was how sorry he was; he promised
that it would never happen again, and for a
while it didn't. Until we got married. Once I
was married, the real person had shown himself.
I couldn't spend time with my family. He thought
I was having sex with the maintenance man, so
when he left he would make me close
the blinds and when he returned, he'd check to
see if they were moved. He would check my
underwear, and sit outside at my
job.
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My life totally
changed. I became scared, uneasy and
unsure. My arm was broken and my nose was
busted. I was raped; everything that comes with
being abused I went through it. Finally stopped
raining. The sun started to peep out. It was
hard, but when my way to escape came, I took it.
And today, with the help of Avalon, and many
recovery classes I'm learning to build my
self-worth and self-esteem. I love me today. I'm
worthy of great things, but one lesson I've
learned about love is that it's unsure. I will
keep that in mind the next time I think I'm in
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 Don't Miss Out On
Our Upcoming Events
Tonight!Art of Surviving,
College of W&M, University University Center, 6:30
pm-8:00 pm
02/19/08 - In honor of
President's Day, Avalon's offices will be closed.
The
24-hour Helpline is still available
02/28/08 - Stonehouse Elementary Community Night, valuable resources
from agencies throughout Greater Williamsburg will be
available to the community, 5:00 pm-7:30 pm
March
Beginning 03/05/08 -
York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office offers Rape
Aggression Defense System class for York County
residents. Registration & Information
03/07/08 and 03/08/08
- King of
Glory Children's Consignment Sale, over $30,000 worth of merchandise
was sold last Fall. Come get your own great buy!
Friday, 12:00 pm-7:00 pm and Saturday, 8:00 am- 12:00
pm
03/14/08 and 03/15/08 -
Avalon
Volunteer Training - This informative seminar provides in-depth
information on domestic violence & sexual assault
dynamics, as well as Avalon's services. Friday, 5:00
pm-9:00 pm and Saturday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Contact Carmen
Blair, Volunteer Coordinator @ 258-5022
April
Tickets
now available! $60 per couple/$40 per person. Call
Erin @ 258-5022
04/12/08 - 15th Annual Queens
Lake 5K, gather your family & friends to form a
team and walk/run to keep those hearts healthy!
1-mile fun run, 8:30 am / 5K Run/Walk, 9:00
am Registration &
Information
$20
pre-registrations are being accepted/t-shirts for the
first 200 entrants in 5K
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Avalon | P.O. Box 1079
| Williamsburg | VA |
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