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News and events from SafeNet Erie.
October, 2023
The Silent Secret - SafeNet hosts 21st Annual Medical Conference
(ERIE, Pa) SafeNet's 21th Annual Medical Conference on Intimate Partner Violence will be held Tuesday, October 3, from 8 am until 4 pm at the Ambassador Conference Center, 7794 Peach Street, in Erie.
July, 2021
SafeNet Annual Garden Party on July 23
SafeNet’s annual garden party will be held on July 23, 2021 at 7 pm in the Big Backyard. The Big Easy in Bloom, Gardens of New Orleans. Enjoy the lush greenery, food with a French flair, jazz and blues as we celebrate the Big Easy. We hope we can count on your support and attendance.
April, 2021
Something Just Isn't Right (There's an app for that.)
Have you noticed changes in a friend's behavior that you can't explain and they won't talk about? There are many possible explanations: family conflicts, workplace stress or discrimination, financial worries, love life frustrations. There's another explanation you might not think of or deliberately want to avoid-partner abuse. All you know is something just isn't right.
February, 2021
Let's Talk About Money
What form of abuse do ninety-nine percent of partner violence victims have in common? Here are some hints: it doesn't leave bruises, it loves creating dependency, and it leaves its victims broke and broken.
January, 2021
Bad Mood or Red Flag?
During these stressful and unpredictable times, it can be difficult to tell whether an episode of yelling or name-calling by your partner is a symptom of frayed nerves or deliberate intimidation. Does a statement like "If you ever do that again, you'll be sorry" sound like someone having a very bad day or a deliberate threat? Is an ultimatum between two undesirable choices evidence of fleeting exasperation or deliberate coercion?
December, 2020
Sometimes Friends Are the First to Know
Are you concerned that a friend is in an abusive relationship? Maybe you are reluctant to hurt your friendship by asking questions, even though you have heard yelling, witnessed tears, or noticed unexplained bruises. You don't want to invade their privacy. If your friend needs help, they'll ask for it, right? Maybe. Or maybe they are waiting to be asked, hoping you will be the one to start the difficult conversation.
November, 2020
LGBTQ Domestic Violence Survey Needs To Hear From You
Members of several local LGBTQ+ groups and the domestic violence service providers Safe Net and Safe Journey have come together to learn more about the needs of domestic violence victims and survivors in our LGBTQ+ communities. Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. It happens across all groups of people, regardless of race, gender identity, social status, religion, sexual orientation or attraction.
SafeNet Virtual 5K Halloween Boo Run
SafeNet's 10th Annual Boo Run is a Virtual 5K Fun Run this year. On October 31st, Halloween, participants may start at 8:00am complete their self-designed 5K course. The run time will end at 8:00pm. Adults, Youth and Families are all welcome to take part. As in past years, the Run will help lighten the spirits of all who join in the fun. Find your registration at www.safeneterie.org/events and click on Boo Run for electronic registration thru the RunSignUp link or you may download a copy of a paper registration. Call Lucy Dehn at 814 455-1774 ext. 222 for any questions.
October, 2020
SafeNet To Recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Erie, PA ? September 24, 2020 - In correlation with October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, SafeNet will hold a press conference to introduce a new initiative as well as announce their inclusion in a free, dangerous?assessment application that is designed to recognize abuse in a relationship.
There is More Than One Way to Be Isolated
What do COVID-19 exposure and Intimate Partner Violence have common? Isolation.
September, 2020
No Such Thing as Just Emotional Abuse
Have you ever walked on eggshells? Probably not literally, but when you hear the expression "walking on eggshells," you know exactly what it means. In an intimate relationship, walking on eggshells is that feeling you get when you must choose your words carefully, worry about giving offense, or keep your thoughts and feelings to yourself for fear of angering your partner.
August, 2020
SafeNet Survey - Win a Gift Card!
Would you like to participate in a short survey and have a chance to win a gift card? SafeNet is looking for local input on healthcare and intimate partner violence services. The agency first offered the survey during Pride and will continue accepting responses through August 10. Please take a few minutes to share your opinions. All responses are confidential and will be used to improve SafeNet’s awareness, education, and training efforts. To access the survey, go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JF5TBFV.
June, 2020
Recognizing the Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship
Let's face it. Relationships are complicated. Even the best relationships hit bumps in the road. However, if your complicated relationship turns unhealthy and then escalates into abuse, there are three things you need to know: it is not your fault, you are not alone, and there is help.
July, 2019
SafeNet "Classic Hollywood" Garden Party on July 26
On July 26 from 6-9:30 PM, join your friends at SafeNet for Classic Hollywood: The Golden Era / 7th Annual Garden Party, an evening of food, drinks, music, and fun in SafeNet's beautiful Big Backyard Children's Garden. The space will be transformed into a glamorous garden reminiscent of the ones belonging to Old Hollywood's biggest stars. You won't want to this wonderful event that supports SafeNet's Children's Programming. For more information about the party, including sponsorship opportunities, please contact Carolyn at 455-1774 x 235 or ctome@safeneterie.org
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