SafeHaven of Tarrant County

In 2023, six lives were lost in Tarrant County due to intimate partner violence. The six homicides mark the lowest number of domestic violence homicides in our county since at least 2016, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙨𝙞𝙭 𝙩𝙤𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮. We dedicate the 2023 Tarrant County Intimate Partner Violence Fatality Review Report to these six women and their children, family members, and friends. May the findings from this report create change in the systems victims use every day to survive. We see you. We hear your story. We will change for the better. Fatality Review Partners: SafeHaven of Tarrant County Arlington Police Department Fort Worth Police Department Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney Phil Sorrells JPS Health Network Alliance For Children Texas Health Resources Baylor Scott & White Health MedStar Mobile Healthcare Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Tarrant County Medical Examiner

It's Domestic Violence Awareness Month! This October is a time to celebrate survivors and their children, educate our community on the complexities of domestic violence, and remember the victims of this issue that affects one in three women here in Texas. Be sure to follow along this month, and take a look at our DVAM hub to purchase our official DVAM shirts and find ways that YOU can keep survivors safe! DVAM Hub: https://lnkd.in/g-w9YdC2 #dvam #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #dvam2024

YOU did it again!! Yesterday you gave $64,411 to domestic violence survivors in Tarrant County for North Texas Giving Day. The generosity and love you show for families fleeing abuse amazes us year after year! We can’t say thank you enough for keeping families safe and believing in the work we do. THANK YOU! 🤍💜

Today, on National Voter Registration Day, something amazing happened at our shelter - a brave survivor registered to vote for the very first time! 🇺🇸 Voting is a powerful way to take control of her future, and by registering, she’s reclaiming her voice and her power. Let’s celebrate her courage and remember that every vote counts. Here’s to making our voices heard and using our power to make a difference! —- If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call our 24-hour hotline at 1-877-701-7233. We are here to help.

Today, we commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) creates and supports comprehensive, cost-effective responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking. Up for renewal every five years, each VAWA reauthorization has built on existing protections and programs to better meet the needs of survivors. As we honor this milestone, we also reaffirm our commitment to continue the work to provide essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eo8eMa #VAWA #EndDV #TheHotline #SurvivorSupport

Ready to root, root, root for the home team?! We’re teaming up with the Texas Rangers Baseball Club for their game on Sept. 17, and a portion of every game ticket sold through us goes back to SafeHaven programs! PLUS - don’t miss out on the game's 50/50 raffle where you could win big while supporting women and children escaping domestic violence. Want in? Click here to grab your tickets, starting at just $16: https://lnkd.in/g3F3D9Dt

Today, a mom in your neighborhood, on your street, is gathering the courage to leave her abusive partner. She is desperate to keep herself and her children safe. Will you make a North Texas Giving Day gift to ensure there is a room in shelter for her to stay tonight? Make no doubt about it, your generosity today will save a life. You can keep her safe here: https://bit.ly/shtcntxgd

We're #hiring for a Director of Partner Abuse Intervention and Prevention (PAIP)! PAIP is SafeHaven's fully-accredited Batterers’ Intervention and Prevention Program (BIPP) provider for domestic violence reform, and our program has been a trusted community partner providing BIPP services in Tarrant County for more than 30 years. At PAIP, we work with both court-mandated clients and volunteer clients, and our work is a large part of SafeHaven's mission to end the epidemic of domestic violence. Learn More and Apply: https://lnkd.in/gQEY-NrH

We're #hiring for a Director of Partner Abuse Intervention and Prevention (PAIP)! PAIP is SafeHaven's fully-accredited Batterers’ Intervention and Prevention Program (BIPP) provider for domestic violence reform, and our program has been a trusted community partner providing BIPP services in Tarrant County for more than 30 years. At PAIP, we work with both court-mandated clients and volunteer clients, and our work is a large part of SafeHaven's mission to end the epidemic of domestic violence. Learn More and Apply: https://lnkd.in/gQEY-NrH

Our kiddos in shelter are heading back to school in style thanks to our friends at Origin Bank and all of you who donated supplies! The kids enjoyed a fun back to school bash with games, treats, and some amazing new school supplies. Thank you for always ensuring they have everything they need for a successful school year!