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If you want to be in the know about SafeHouse Denver or how to support survivors of domestic violence, you’ve come to the right place.

Be sure to check back regularly to get our latest news updates.

Shelter Advocate Mary Glittenberg shares her own story as a survivor and explains how art projects can contribute to hope and healing for individuals in our services.

Nina Woodman, an Advocate at the non-residential Counseling & Advocacy Center, started as a SafeHouse intern and has become even better equipped to support survivors.

Sampling For Hope committee member Elissa Abegglen describes how volunteering and event planning represent our mission and offer multiple opportunities to support survivors.

Cade Bell, an Advocate in the Adult Program at SafeHouse Denver's Emergency Shelter, explains how these services make a long-term difference on survivors’ paths to safety, stability and individual empowerment.

Misti Petrie from AstraZeneca describes the importance of corporate volunteerism and giving back to support survivors.

Natasha Adler, Interim Director of Survivor Services & Data Management at SafeHouse Denver, explains how her role paints a fuller picture of the services and resources that are available to support survivors and enhance advocacy at SafeHouse.

Nutan Verma and Davol Moses, students at the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus, developed a special project that raised funds and awareness among their peers.

Join us in recognizing Bertha Garza's service milestone of 25 years and reflecting on all the survivors she has supported through her dedicated work as an Advocate.

In our milestone 45th anniversary year, there are many reasons (45 of them, in fact!) to attend the Hope Gala and help us make a difference for survivors.

Rae Dolnick and Christian Snyder, longtime volunteers, have created visual representations of SafeHouse's history and legacy that will be unveiled at this year's Hope Gala.

Meet the person behind the leader as new CEO Jennifer Caruso walks us through her career of supporting survivors.

Amanda Stevens, a longtime attendee of our events, shares what makes the Hope Gala such a special opportunity to support survivors.

Kathie Calegar is a survivor, a SafeHouse volunteer and a member of our monthly giving program, Sustainers Of Hope.

The Board of Directors has selected Jennifer Caruso as our next CEO, effective July 11.

As we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June, SafeHouse Denver is dedicated year-round to supporting survivors of all identities.

Sarah Budisavljevic, one of our Advocates, discusses her approach to working with survivors and what the community can do to learn more about these important issues.

Committee member Molly Harrington shares about her journey as a survivor and how events like Sampling For Hope contribute to healing and empowerment for those in crisis.

Steve Genders from Keesen Landscape discusses the importance of donating the company's services at our facilities to help support survivors.

Meet Sarita Parikh, a local business owner who uses her platform to educate the community and donates to support survivors with every purchase.

Michelle Reding from Dry Dock Brewing describes the company’s commitment to giving back and shares the results of their yearlong campaign to raise funds and awareness for survivors.

Victoria McVicker has announced her plans to retire this July, and a Selection Committee has been convened to ensure that the best-possible candidate is selected.

This month, we want to recognize all of YOU for your contributions to support survivors of domestic violence.

Meet Marianne Jeffrey, a quilter and author whose family history inspires her advocacy for survivors.

Learn from two of our Program Directors about how these issues interact in survivors' journeys.

SafeHouse Denver Board member J.J. Simon shares why he's dedicated to our mission of supporting survivors.

Meet the co-chairs of our annual Hope Gala, Geralyn Gorshing and Jen Witcher, as they describe how this special event impacts our ability to support survivors year-round.

As we look forward to Sampling For Hope on June 10, committee member Misty Schlabaugh reminds us about the impact of this event for survivors.

Estate plans are a simple way right now to have a significant impact in the future.

SafeHouse Denver supporter Joyce Ogden shares about her journey of hope and healing after her daughter Danielle was murdered by her abuser.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Learn more about these forms of abuse and how SafeHouse Denver supports survivors.

Join us on Sunday, March 14 for Sing Out For SafeHouse, a virtual benefit concert to support survivors.

January is Stalking Awareness Month. Two of our Advocates discuss the intersection between stalking and domestic violence and explain how survivors can find support.

Want to know more about the upcoming year? Plan your participation with our monthly calendar of programs and events!

This holiday season, your support today helps survivors follow their dreams tomorrow.

Victoria McVicker shares exciting news about our future that will brighten your holiday season!

The Mary Kay Foundation has selected SafeHouse Denver to receive $20,000 from their annual shelter grant program.

Learn about how SafeHouse Denver is pivoting its counseling services during the pandemic.

Thanks to supporters like you, Chelsea and Gabby are now well on their way to a life free from domestic violence.

Follow along every Friday this month for Chelsea's journey toward a life free from abuse.

Follow along every Friday this month for Chelsea's journey toward a life free from abuse.

Follow along every Friday this month for Chelsea's journey toward a life free from abuse.

Follow along every Friday this month for Chelsea's journey toward a life free from abuse.

Like you, we are adapting to life in the time of COVID-19. For SafeHouse Denver, the biggest challenge is protecting survivors currently in our care, as well as staff, from the health risks outside our doors while also protecting those facing the threat of abuse inside their homes.

This Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a SafeHouse Denver Domestic Violence Advocate who serves teen clients, as well as adult survivors whose abuse began in their teens, shares what they're experiencing and how they're working to overcome their abuse.

Five years ago, Sophie and her mom arrived on the doorstep of our Emergency Shelter. These days, their holidays are much brighter. Read how their lives changed as a result of their time at SafeHouse Denver.

SafeHouse Denver's Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services, Abby Hansen, LCSW, shares the innovative ways we are engaging teens in discussions about dating abuse.

Creating a safe work environment for employees who experience domestic violence is just as essential as any other safety plan.

SafeHouse Denver is thrilled to announce that Cassidy “DJ Bedz” Bednark is the 2018 Susan Noble Community Impact Award Recipient. The award will be presented at The Hope Gala on October 13th at The Art Hotel.

Over the years, SafeHouse Denver staff and volunteers have heard many amazing stories about why people choose to support this work. Whether they’ve been supporting survivors for a day or a decade, everyone has a reason why.

As we enter Sexual Assault Awareness Month (#SAAM), it is important to shine a light on a part of domestic violence that is often not discussed – sexual abuse.

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