When a community shows kindness in November and December, that warmth carries into the new year — lighting hallways, steadying hearts, and reminding survivors that support doesn’t disappear with the decorations. If you give a shelter a heartwarming gift — like Sutton Bank’s $25,000 — you help hope stretch far beyond the holidays. The families […]
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Domestic Violence Shelter seeks community input to shape future services
MANSFIELD — The Domestic Violence Shelter has launched a countywide Community Needs Assessment to guide future services and better support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Richland County. For more than four decades, the shelter has provided safety, advocacy, and resources for individuals and families in crisis. This new assessment marks […]
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Tattoo fundraiser raises nearly $1,500 for survivors of violence & trafficking
MANSFIELD – The Oct. 16 tattoo fundraiser successfully generated nearly $1,500 for the Domestic Violence Shelter in Richland County. Fund will go toward supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. The event brought the community together to provide direct assistance for individuals and families rebuilding their lives after experiencing trauma. The funds […]
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Domestic violence shelter often at capacity, director says
MANSFIELD — The Domestic Violence Shelter in Richland County had 11 adults and 21 children staying in emergency shelter at the time of a nationwide county Wednesday morning. Executive Director Colleen Rice said the number was a bit lower than usual. The shelter’s 16 rooms are typically all occupied. The program recently added two rooms […]
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Better Together: How community helps survivors heal from domestic violence
Join Colleen Rice on Better Together to explore how community aids healing from domestic violence. Listen for hope and support tips today.
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COLUMN: Economic impact of domestic violence costs Ohio over $1 billion annually
EDITOR’S NOTE: This column was authored by Colleen Rice is the executive director of the Domestic Violence Shelter, serving Richland County. The numbers make it clear. There’s a critical need for domestic violence services in Richland County, and a definite economic benefit to the community for providing such support. The 48 beds at the Domestic […]
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Domestic Violence Shelter seeks funds for van repair
MANSFIELD — The Domestic Violence Shelter is seeking donations to help cover the cost of crucial van repairs. One of two vehicles owned by The Shelter, the 2013 vehicle is regularly used for transporting survivors to counseling, medical care, legal appointments and other critical services. Executive Director Colleen Rice said the organization created a special […]
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Forgiveness and healing: Survivor shares her story during domestic violence vigil
MANSFIELD — Glynis Haney stood on the stage, notebook in her hand, recalling the handwritten account of her abuse and survival. But when she spoke about her children, she let her arm relax. Her notepad rested at her stomach. She lifted her gaze. A mother doesn’t need notes to describe that kind of love. “They are […]
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Williams selected Child Advocate Summer Intern at Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter today announced Nayana Williams will fill the role of Child Advocate Summer Intern for 2024. Williams is a 2022 graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School and a current student at Ohio University. “I’m excited about the opportunity to work with the DV Shelter this summer. As someone who […]
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Ohio AG honors Domestic Violence Shelter’s Donnenworth with Denton award
MANSFIELD — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has honored Director of Community-Based Services at The DV Shelter Jill Donnenworth with the Robert Denton Special Achievement Award. The award, which was announced on Tuesday, was established to recognize an individual with at least five years of experience in the field of victim assistance who has demonstrated leadership in […]