Purple Party 2015 was a blast!

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This year’s NextGen Purple Party was a big success, raising over $13,000 to help The Shelter prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence.

Special thanks to the NextGen committee and party sponsors Larry A. Thomas, Law Offices of Sam J. Saad, III, Paradise Furnishings, Gulfshore Life, Seventh Avenue Social, Paradise Wine and the Eyes Wide Open Center. Enjoy the photos below.

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Josie Means on Fox 4 Morning Blend

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The Shelter Immokalee Outreach Office Manager Josie Means was a recent guest on Fox 4’s Morning Blend. Josie discussed the services offered by the outreach office and the upcoming Children’s Fair and Peace March, Monday, Oct. 26.

We’ve fallen! Help us get back up!

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October National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Naples City Proclamation 10-2015

On Oct. 7, 2015, Naples Mayor John Sorey proclaimed October National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Naples. Accepting the proclamation was The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Executive Director Linda Oberhaus and Naples Police Chief Tom Weschler, who serves on The Shelter’s Board of Directors.

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Shelter Executive Director Linda Oberhaus was joined by Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk and District Attorney Steve Russell in accepting a Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation, Oct. 9, 2015, from Collier County Commissioners.

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Executive Director Linda Oberhaus and Immokalee Outreach Office Manager Josie Means accepted a proclamation from the Collier County School Board, Oct. 15, 2015 during the school board meeting in Immokalee.

Daily News goes ‘purple’ for Domestic Violence Awareness

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By Tim Aten

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Q: Can the Naples Daily News light its building in purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October?

— K.T., Golden Gate

A: The newspaper office reflects your wish to shed light on an issue that hits home for too many people.

Beginning on the night of Oct. 1 and continuing through the month, purple spotlights will color the front of the newspaper’s headquarters at 1100 Immokalee Road.

The “Purple Night Lights” nationwide campaign is intended to increase awareness of domestic violence issues and their effect upon local children and families.

Linda Oberhaus on Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Thank you to Fox 4’s Morning Blend Show for hosting The Shelter’s Executive Director Linda Oberhaus. The topic was activities planned for October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The Challenge has begun! Help The Shelter win!

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The AllState Foundation Purple Purse Challenge has begun! – click DONATE to help The Shelter WIN the fight against domestic abuse!

Donations of $25 or more will be entered to win one of three designer purses – CLICK HERE for more information on the Purple Purse and The Shelter’s Purple Purse Drawing

Acupuncture offered to participants during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Alexandria ChristLocal acupuncture Physician Alexandria Christ will be offering free services to Shelter participants from 12-4 p.m., every Thursday, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) activities. She is shown above with Shelter Program Advocates during last year’s sessions.

Alexandria’s services will address Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), stress, anxiety and depression. Alexandria is a member of Acupuncture Physicians Without Borders. Last year’s sessions were very beneficial to Shelter participants. For more information, email ldescoteaux@naplesshelter.org

Sandra Marrero discusses Purple Purse Challenge on Fox 4’s Morning Blend

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The Shelter’s Grant Manager Sandra Marrero discussed The Purple Purse Challenge on Fox 4’s Morning Blend Show. Check out the full interview below:

Take a Stand!

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In preparation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, The Shelter and the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence are promoting the “Take a Stand” event, Oct. 1, in Washington, D.C.

Staff and supporters of The Shelter can participate by printing out your own pledge from the link below. Write in your own commitment statement, for example “I’m taking a stand… Because it’s not just a women’s issue,” and take a photo of you with the form. Will will post your pledge on our blog and social media.

Thank you for your support and remember – your voice matters!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

CLICK HERE TO PRINT YOUR FORM

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL PHOTO

A Dozen Ways to Help!

  • Donate to NCADV via MobileCause by texting #takeastand to 41444.
  • Take a selfie or group photo and share via social media why you will Take A Stand with NCADV. Use our printable placards (found here: Write-In or Ready-to-Go) and the hashtags: #tasncadv #STANDwithNCADV #takeastand. Email photos to mainoffice@ncadv.org so we can share them with our networks!
  • Share what you have already done or are doing to address domestic violence on NCADV’’s Facebook (www.facebook.com/supportNCADV) or post to your own social media with the hashtags: #tasncadv #takeastand #STANDwithNCADV
  • Wear purple in October!

Moe’s Corporate Run

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Style icon Kerry Washington loves purple!

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 15: Kerry Washington attends the 2014 Allstate Foundation Purple Purse Program Hosted By Kerry Washington at The Glasshouses on September 15, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/FilmMagic)

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 15, 2014: Kerry Washington attends the 2014 Allstate Foundation Purple Purse Program Hosted By Kerry Washington at The Glasshouses on September 15, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/FilmMagic)

Fans of Kerry Washington, known for her chic looks on her show Scandal as well as the red carpet, may have noticed she’s been toting purple purses.

DONATE AND WIN KERRY’S 2015 PURSE!

She carried a deep purple Prada clutch at both the Emmys and the NAACP Image awards last year, and an amethyst bag around New York City. But turns out the purses aren’t just a fashion statement: she’s dressing for a cause.

Last year, The Django Unchained actress hosted the launch of the 2014 Allstate Foundation Purple Purse Program dedicated to educating women about domestic violence and financial abuse. “One in four women will be a victim of domestic violence,” Kerry says in a PSA for the organization. “Finances are almost always a weapon of choice. Taking away access to cash, destroying credit, jeopardizing jobs; financial abuse leaves invisible bruises that can take decades to heal.”

The purple purse, she explains, is a metaphor. Purple is the color of domestic violence awareness, and — as Olivia Pope would know — the purse is the source of a woman’s power.

Washington designed the purple purse she has been carrying to raise money for the initiative. This year, only 500 will be made: some will be given to celebrities to carry on the red carpet to draw attention to the issue, some sold as fundraisers and others gifted to domestic abuse survivors. The Shelter for Abused Women & Children will be giving one away as part of its Purple Purse Campaign!

The actress’ campaign comes at an important moment in the cultural conversation about domestic abuse. Investigations into NFL players Ray Rice and Ray McDonald sparked conversations about how women get trapped in abusive relationships and why they stay in them.

Join Us for Ride for The Shelter Kick Off Party

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Protecting the whole family

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Capture2Tragically, pets often become pawns batterers use to control their victims.

Abusers threaten, harm and kill pets to:

  • Exert power and control over family members
  • Further isolate their victims
  • Teach submission
  • Demonstrate what will happen to family members should they disobey or try to leave the abusive relationship

Thank you to the Collier Citizen for a great story on our Protect Your Pets Program – READ MORE

FGCU outreach

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The Shelter, along with Abuse Counseling and Treatment (ACT) and Gender Equality organizations held booths at Florida Gulf Coast University’s Veterans Pavilion, Oct. 29, 2014, to raise awareness and offer information on programs and services.

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Haitian Immigration Fair & Forum

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As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, The Shelter sponsored an Haitian Immigration Fair/Forum, Oct. 26, at Church of Nazarene on Bayshore Drive in Naples. The forum drew more than 125 attendees including three immigration officers who provided information about Violence Against Woman Act (VAWA) and other topics.

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Fox 4 Morning Blend

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Thank you to Fox 4 Morning Blend, for hosting members of The Shelter’s staff on your show each week during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month. View all five videos of the shows.

Immokalee Children’s Fair & Peace March

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More than 300 people turned out for the 15th Annual Immokalee Children’s Fair and Peace March, Oct. 27, sponsored by The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. Co-sponsors for the event included Lozano’s Restaurant, Fiesta Tents, the Collier County Sheriff’s Office and Collier County Parks and Recreation. Spread across the field at the Immokalee Sports Complex, the fair included games and booths featuring more than 20 community partners. The events were The Shelter’s final outreach during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Sergio Lopez, a Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence advocate, led over 100 march participants escorted by Collier County Sheriff’s Office as the procession made its way through town from the Sports Complex to Main Street and back. This was the first year that the march was led by a male advocate.

“Once again, we had a great turnout for the fair as well as the march,” said Josie Means, Immokalee Outreach Manager. “This kind of participation really validates Immokalee’s support for The Shelter’s mission to prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence so that every home can be a safe haven for the family it shelters.”

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2014

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DVAM 2014 Mercato Goes Purple

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