Beginning Aug. 19 from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Starting Point will be offering biweekly art workshops to those who have experienced domestic or sexual violence looking for creative outlets for internal expression. The instructor, an art major educator, will be supporting survivors in developing artistic techniques for expression of emotion that may be otherwise difficult…
Read MoreEnding Domestic Violence: Breaking Down the Barriers
When people find out what I do for a living, they often make the statement, “I couldn’t do what you do.” This always makes me wonder if they fully understand what I do. If you are a person who listens, doesn’t judge and is willing to help, then, in large part, you do, do what…
Read MoreStarting Point’s Boots ‘n Bling Gets a Little Help from Friends
Starting Point’s Boots ‘n Bling committee is off to a fast start this year thanks to Friends of Jody, a group of women who were close friends of Jody Buzzell. “These women have stepped up to help us with this enormous undertaking to honor Jody and to ensure that anyone who is a victim of…
Read MoreHow to Help a Friend Experiencing Domestic Violence
Domestic and sexual violence are serious problems in our community just as they are in every community in New Hampshire. We are very fortunate to be one of the two counties in New Hampshire with the lowest rate of domestic violence fatalities. However, one death is too many. Every day in our community, there are…
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