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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that one person uses to gain and maintain power and control over another, usually an intimate partner. Tactics may include physical, sexual, emotional, economic abuse, and isolation.
If you or someone you know is being abused, please call the NewStory Center 24/7 crisis hotline at 802-775-3232.

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STALKING

The term “stalking” is used to describe specific kinds of behavior directed at a particular person, such as harassing or threatening. The behavior serves no legitimate purpose and shows a course or pattern of conduct.

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SEXUAL VIOLENCE

If sexual assault happens to you, it is not your fault. And you are not alone. An advocate is available to talk with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 802 775-3232 .

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ARE YOU BEING ABUSED

Our relationships and families should provide us with the things we all need: like love, being cared for, support and safety. But sometimes this is not our experience…

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OUR MISSION

NewStory Center works to end the cycle of violence through support, education, prevention, and collaboration with all the people and communities of Rutland County.

 

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COUNSELING, LEGAL AND SOCIAL SERVICE ADVOCACY for victims of domestic and sexual violence in our community.

EDUCATION TO MEN, WOMEN AND YOUTH to prevent and eliminate domestic and sexual violence in families, schools, and communities

EMERGENCY SHELTER SERVICES
for domestic violence victims and their children in Rutland County.

CRISIS COUNSELING SERVICES
for victims of domestic and sexual violence since 1979
$50$75$100$250$500$750$1000
gas card for a victim fleeing the area
bus pass for a victim to get to family in another state
new cell phone and minutes for a victim to have a safe method of communication
gift card to a grocery store to purchase food for a family residing in a motel
cleaning supplies for resident use in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
children’s craft supplies for use in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
One month supply of peanut butter in the NewStory Center Food Pantry
Thanksgiving meal for a family residing in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Replacement identification documents such as driver’s license and birth certificate
Training materials for community partners engaged in supporting victims of voilence
Prescription co-pays
NewStory Center emergency shelter playground maintenance
Snow removal at the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Lawn care at the NewStory Center emergency shelter
School supplies for children who have had to leave everything behind
One month supply of protein rich foods in the NewStory Center Food Pantry
Hotel room for one night for a victim fleeing their home
One hour of legal consultation for a victim
U-Haul rental for a survivor that has found permanent housing
Activity fees for a child participating in local sports
Victim relocation costs including transportation, lodging, meals, etc.
Advocacy services for a victim attending a Relief from Abuse Order hearing
One week of bed nights in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Advocacy services for a victim undergoing a Sexual Assault Nurse Exam
Heating fuel for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Victim relocation costs including transportation, lodging, meals, etc.
Two weeks of bednights in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Maintenance and repair expenses for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for a victim in need
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Continuing education for NewStory Center staff
Heating fuel for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Victim relocation costs including transportation, lodging, meals, etc.
Three weeks of bed nights in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Maintenance and repair expenses for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for a victim in need
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Security deposit on an apartment for a victim who has found permanent housing
Heating fuel for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Victim relocation costs including transportation, lodging, meals, etc.
One month of bednights in the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Maintenance and repair expenses for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for a victim in need
Utility costs (ie. electricity, phone) for the NewStory Center emergency shelter
Security deposit on an apartment for a victim who has found permanent housing