Abuse Among Immigrant Communities
(Both Spanish and English Translations Are Provided Below.) El suroeste de Michigan es el hogar de inmigrantes de todo el mundo. El censo de 2019 dice que más de 600.000 personas que viven en Michigan nacieron en otros países—más de 6% del población. Más de la mitad de los inmigrantes en Allegan han vivido en […]
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Disability and Abuse Part 5: Nursing Homes and Abuse
Growing older is an experience that most aspire to enjoy. There are many wonderful things associated with growing older, such as having more time to spend with family after retirement, and the wisdom that comes with decades of life experience. But as people age, many encounter new challenges, both physically and mentally. Although becoming older […]
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Abuse Among Disability Communities Part 4: Chronic Illness as a Disability
In the previous two posts, I discussed ways in which people with disabilities such as Autism and Traumatic Brain Injuries may be more vulnerable to domestic abuse than others. In this post, we’ll explore how chronic illness can function as a disability, and how people with chronic illnesses may experience abuse differently. Chronic illnesses, or […]
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Abuse Among Disability Communities Part 3: Autism and Abuse
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a common developmental disability. Like people with TBI (traumatic brain injury), people with Autism are vulnerable to abuse in unique ways, due to the ways in which many people—even those working in schools and social services—misunderstand Autism, and to the communication barriers that sometimes arise between Autistic and non-Autistic people. Other […]
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Abuse Among Disability Communities Part 2: TBI and Abuse
Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, is a common condition that often goes undiagnosed. It is defined by the Center for Disease Control as a disruption in the normal function of the brain, often caused by a bump to the head[i]. It can result in headaches, fatigue, memory loss or difficulty retaining new memories, insomnia, reduced […]
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Abuse Among Disability Communities: Part 1
People with disabilities are vulnerable to abuse in unique ways. According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities are 40 percent more likely to experience intimate partner violence than women who do not have identified disabilities[i]. And although the cases are less frequent, men with disabilities are also vulnerable to physical and sexual abuse[ii]. […]
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COVID-19 and Domestic Abuse
COVID-19 poses new and particular problems for people experiencing abuse. While people stay home to stay safe from COVID-19, they may be protected from the virus, but other harms can increase: namely, domestic violence. As long as the virus makes it unsafe to be in public spaces, people facing physical, emotional, or psychological violence from […]
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Fourth of July Cookout!
Join us for a Fourth of July Cookout… to support victims of domestic violence! When: July 5, 6, & 7th Where: The Root Beer Barrel 455 West Center St Douglas, MI Bring your friends and family out, enjoy a burger while supporting a great cause! We hope to see you there 🙂 Learn more about […]
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Help for the Holidays…
This year, as you drape the twinkling lights and hang your stockings from the mantel, take into consideration that not everyone honors a season of peace, love, and tranquility. Unfortunately, the holidays can be an even more dangerous time than normal for those at risk for domestic violence. From the financial burdens of gift buying […]
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