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Accessing Support Through Sexual Assault Response Teams

March 25, 2024

Sexual violence isn’t just about the immediate physical harm. It can ripple through every aspect of a survivor’s life, affecting…

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Two Generations of Women Dedicated to Ending Domestic Violence

October 24, 2023

Generations Of Caring The month of October is dedicated to Domestic Violence Awareness. Set aside as a month to mourn…

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Nicole’s Story – Learning Dual Diagnosis the Hard Way

July 20, 2023

Hard Time to Better Times Sometimes, being in jail allows you the time to evaluate your life. That’s exactly what…

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7 Ways You Can Support a Friend or Family Member Who Has Experienced Sexual Assault

April 24, 2023

Always offer safe, non-judgmental support during sexual assault recovery Experiencing sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence or stalking can be life-alteringfor…

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A Man Called Trip

February 28, 2023

A Difficult Beginning He goes by the name “Trip”, and one quickly learns that ‘a trip’ is truly the course…

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Portrait of Dana Harris

“My Fault”

November 21, 2022

“It was my fault,” Dana said the first time she was physically abused by her significant other. “That is exactly…

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Who to Ask for Help, and How: Our Victim Advocacy Services

October 24, 2022

When Rhiannon Whalen-Harris began her career at OneEighty in 2012, her role was that of a Community Educator. Fast forward…

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Kate Abruzzino: Devoted Advocate for Survivors of Domestic Violence

October 20, 2022

Victim advocacy work is not for everyone. The job requires a great deal of empathy, compassion, and a willingness to…

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 13, 2022

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), aimed at raising community awareness about sexual violence prevention, public education about how…

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Everything you need to know about the Substance Use Treatment Navigator Hotline

January 17, 2022

OneEighty started the Substance Use Treatment Navigator, a hotline available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, for those…

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