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Promise Place has been serving victims of Domestic Violence for over 25 years
THE VOICE OF PROMISE PLACEAugust 2014
Quick LinksWebsite
www.promiseplace.org
Services
24 Hour Crisis Hotline770-460-1604
Emergency DomesticViolence Shelter
Support Groups
Legal Advocacy
Teen Dating ViolencePrevention Program
Safety Planning
Children's Program
Community Education& Training
Case Management
Individual CounselingFor Victims
Crisis Intervention
Emergency NeedsAssistance
Domestic Violence24 hour Crisis Hotline
770-460-1604
...where domestic violence ends
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Promise PlaceOfficeP.O. Box 854350 North Jeff Davis DrFayetteville, GA 30214(770) 461-3839(770) 460-6591 (fax)
Shelter/Crisis Line(770) 460-1604(770) 692-3395 (fax)
Pike Office7818 Hwy 19, Suite AZebulon, GA 30295(770) 567-3447(770) 567-8950 (fax)
Griffin Office410 East Taylor StSuite D-6Griffin, Ga. 30223(770) 692-3333(678) 688-1400 (fax)
Upson OfficeUpson County Annex Building715 Andrews DrThomaston, GA 30286(770) 692-3345(770) 692-6335 (fax)
Email [email protected]@[email protected]
Calendar for August 2014
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Thursday, August 7Back To School
Thursday, August 21Domestic Violence Task Force Meeting 3PM
Together, we can spread awareness aboutdomestic violence and help those in need.
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News from our Executive Director
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We would like to formally introduce Tamia White as the new Fayette Legal Advocate. Tamia, a native of Chicago, Illinois,migrated to Atlanta, Georgia at the age of 9 with her family. Recently married, she is the proud mother of two wonderful childrenand three wonderful step children. Tamia received her early education with the Atlanta Public School System and is a recentcollege graduate from Shorter University with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services. Proving that it is never too late to set agoal and achieve it, she will be attending Graduate school to obtain her Master’s degree in Social Work. Tamia is very active inher faith community and desired to turn her passion for helping others into a career. With over 20 years of experience in thebanking and finance industry, Tamia White joins the Promise Place family in pursing her passion in helping others and helpingthem in their journey of becoming self-sufficient. One of her favorite quotes is, “Always treat others how you want to be treated,because everyone has a story.” Welcome, Tamia!
Research indicates that financial abuse occurs in 98% of abusive relationships. At the same time, survivors often report that oneof the top reasons for staying in or returning to an abusive relationship is concern over their ability to provide financially forthemselves and their children. Because understanding the basics of credit and how to manage debt are important to helping asurvivor work toward economic security, the advocates will be receiving training for “Helping Survivors Navigate Credit and DebtIssues.” Topics for the training include how to access and interpret a credit report and score, how to improve credit, how tomanage and pay off debt and the pros and cons of various debt resolution methods.
The advocates will be attending several community events this month. Please stop by our table for valuable information at thefollowing locations: Tamia White will attend the 5th Annual Prevent Childhood Abuse Day event on Saturday, August 2nd at Fayette County
DFCS from 10AM - 2PM. This fun-filled event will include: a balloon artist, face painting, games and prizes, moonwalk, slide,fire truck, petting zoo, pony rides and information on community programs, services and resources to build stronger families.
Tammy Bradberry will attend the 2014 Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, August 2nd at the Griffin City Park from 11AM -2PM. This fun and free event will offer school supplies, food, activities and information on community resources.
Sara Perdue will be attending the annual Share It Forward Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 30th at the PikeCommunity Memorial Building from 9AM - 10:30AM. The event provides school supplies to students in need.
Tammy BradberrySenior Legal Advocate
News from our Legal Advocates
Promise Place is excited to announce three of our upcoming fundraising events!
On September the 13th, from 3PM - 7PM we will be holding our 2nd Annual Dove Shoot at Walker’s Farm in Pike County. On October the 3rd, from 5PM - 8:30PM, we will be hosting our annual Run From Domestic Violence 5K Run/1 Mile
Walk at Drake Field in Peachtree City. On October the 11th, at 9AM, we will be holding our first Run the Ridge 5K/10K in Meansville, GA.
If you are interested in joining us for any or all of these three fabulous events, or if you would like to help us out with theseevents, please contact us!
Wendi BozemanVolunteer Coordinator @ 770-461-3839 ext. 112
News from our Volunteer Coordinator
News from our ShelterWe have had a house full of children all summer,and are always wanting to know about programsthat they would enjoy that are free. Please let usknow if you know of any.
One of our shelter’s biggest goals is to have thecarpet in the shelter removed and then laminateor hardwood flooring installed. We would beextremely appreciative if any organizations knew ofpeople who would be willing to do this for us.
We have started a great project called RevivalWrap. We partner with an independent artist whobrings small balls of material that the residents canchoose to braid. For each braid, they receive onedollar. It has helped women feel empowered,connect to each other, connect to their children, andearn their own money that they have control over.
Lisa LotusShelter Manager
Collect ItemsVisit our website and view our shelter wish list under the Donations tab. If you belong to a group, consider collecting a fewitems from this list on a monthly or quarterly basis depending on the size of the group. Of course you can also collect theseitems individually. Get some friends together and have a fun reward for the person who collects the most items by a certaintarget date. Do I hear free dinner?
Adopt a RoomOur shelter has so much traffic in and out on a daily basis. Many of our rooms are in need of some tender loving care. Wewould love to have volunteers who enjoy cleaning and/or interior decorating that can help create a home atmosphere oftranquility and peace.
Plan a FundraiserThis does not have to be anything elaborate – from as simple as a bake sale to a fashion show or wherever your creative ideastake you. The proceeds from your event can be designated to our shelter or transitional house.
Include your KidsOne of our church supporters had a birthday party for his daughter and instead of the guests bringing presents, they wereasked to bring needed items for our shelter. Kids can also donate items specifically for another kid their age at the shelter –something they would appreciate having themselves if they had to leave all their belongings behind.
Community EducationWe encourage you to take an active role in our community by helping to create awareness on domestic violence. Help usreach churches, civic groups, businesses and other agencies with information on available resources, safety issues in theworkplace and ways to help someone who is in an abusive relationship.
DonateMake a financial contribution to Promise Place on a one-time, monthly or yearly basis. This is a great way to help support theoperations of our shelter. Our shelter is a 24/7 operation and our costs include utilities, food, maintenance and client needs.
If you would like to discuss these or any other ideas please feel free to contact me at 770-461-3839 ext. 152.
Vanessa WilkinsExecutive Director
School is in session so our current wish listincludes:
New socks (boys and girls all sizes)gift cards for clothingdiaper wipesbaby bottlessilverware
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News from our Executive Director
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We would like to formally introduce Tamia White as the new Fayette Legal Advocate. Tamia, a native of Chicago, Illinois,migrated to Atlanta, Georgia at the age of 9 with her family. Recently married, she is the proud mother of two wonderful childrenand three wonderful step children. Tamia received her early education with the Atlanta Public School System and is a recentcollege graduate from Shorter University with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services. Proving that it is never too late to set agoal and achieve it, she will be attending Graduate school to obtain her Master’s degree in Social Work. Tamia is very active inher faith community and desired to turn her passion for helping others into a career. With over 20 years of experience in thebanking and finance industry, Tamia White joins the Promise Place family in pursing her passion in helping others and helpingthem in their journey of becoming self-sufficient. One of her favorite quotes is, “Always treat others how you want to be treated,because everyone has a story.” Welcome, Tamia!
Research indicates that financial abuse occurs in 98% of abusive relationships. At the same time, survivors often report that oneof the top reasons for staying in or returning to an abusive relationship is concern over their ability to provide financially forthemselves and their children. Because understanding the basics of credit and how to manage debt are important to helping asurvivor work toward economic security, the advocates will be receiving training for “Helping Survivors Navigate Credit and DebtIssues.” Topics for the training include how to access and interpret a credit report and score, how to improve credit, how tomanage and pay off debt and the pros and cons of various debt resolution methods.
The advocates will be attending several community events this month. Please stop by our table for valuable information at thefollowing locations: Tamia White will attend the 5th Annual Prevent Childhood Abuse Day event on Saturday, August 2nd at Fayette County
DFCS from 10AM - 2PM. This fun-filled event will include: a balloon artist, face painting, games and prizes, moonwalk, slide,fire truck, petting zoo, pony rides and information on community programs, services and resources to build stronger families.
Tammy Bradberry will attend the 2014 Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, August 2nd at the Griffin City Park from 11AM -2PM. This fun and free event will offer school supplies, food, activities and information on community resources.
Sara Perdue will be attending the annual Share It Forward Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 30th at the PikeCommunity Memorial Building from 9AM - 10:30AM. The event provides school supplies to students in need.
Tammy BradberrySenior Legal Advocate
News from our Legal Advocates
Promise Place is excited to announce three of our upcoming fundraising events!
On September the 13th, from 3PM - 7PM we will be holding our 2nd Annual Dove Shoot at Walker’s Farm in Pike County. On October the 3rd, from 5PM - 8:30PM, we will be hosting our annual Run From Domestic Violence 5K Run/1 Mile
Walk at Drake Field in Peachtree City. On October the 11th, at 9AM, we will be holding our first Run the Ridge 5K/10K in Meansville, GA.
If you are interested in joining us for any or all of these three fabulous events, or if you would like to help us out with theseevents, please contact us!
Wendi BozemanVolunteer Coordinator @ 770-461-3839 ext. 112
News from our Volunteer Coordinator
News from our ShelterWe have had a house full of children all summer,and are always wanting to know about programsthat they would enjoy that are free. Please let usknow if you know of any.
One of our shelter’s biggest goals is to have thecarpet in the shelter removed and then laminateor hardwood flooring installed. We would beextremely appreciative if any organizations knew ofpeople who would be willing to do this for us.
We have started a great project called RevivalWrap. We partner with an independent artist whobrings small balls of material that the residents canchoose to braid. For each braid, they receive onedollar. It has helped women feel empowered,connect to each other, connect to their children, andearn their own money that they have control over.
Lisa LotusShelter Manager
Collect ItemsVisit our website and view our shelter wish list under the Donations tab. If you belong to a group, consider collecting a fewitems from this list on a monthly or quarterly basis depending on the size of the group. Of course you can also collect theseitems individually. Get some friends together and have a fun reward for the person who collects the most items by a certaintarget date. Do I hear free dinner?
Adopt a RoomOur shelter has so much traffic in and out on a daily basis. Many of our rooms are in need of some tender loving care. Wewould love to have volunteers who enjoy cleaning and/or interior decorating that can help create a home atmosphere oftranquility and peace.
Plan a FundraiserThis does not have to be anything elaborate – from as simple as a bake sale to a fashion show or wherever your creative ideastake you. The proceeds from your event can be designated to our shelter or transitional house.
Include your KidsOne of our church supporters had a birthday party for his daughter and instead of the guests bringing presents, they wereasked to bring needed items for our shelter. Kids can also donate items specifically for another kid their age at the shelter –something they would appreciate having themselves if they had to leave all their belongings behind.
Community EducationWe encourage you to take an active role in our community by helping to create awareness on domestic violence. Help usreach churches, civic groups, businesses and other agencies with information on available resources, safety issues in theworkplace and ways to help someone who is in an abusive relationship.
DonateMake a financial contribution to Promise Place on a one-time, monthly or yearly basis. This is a great way to help support theoperations of our shelter. Our shelter is a 24/7 operation and our costs include utilities, food, maintenance and client needs.
If you would like to discuss these or any other ideas please feel free to contact me at 770-461-3839 ext. 152.
Vanessa WilkinsExecutive Director
School is in session so our current wish listincludes:
New socks (boys and girls all sizes)gift cards for clothingdiaper wipesbaby bottlessilverware
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Upcoming Events ...
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Upcoming Events ...
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Upcoming Events ...
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Upcoming Events ...
Pictures and more ...
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There is absolutely no way that we could do what we do without our volunteers!Every week, they prepare these boxes of food for our clients.
What a blessing to know these people, and to say that they are Promise Place volunteers!
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Pictures and more ...
Members of CrossPoint Community Churchtaking on the project of remodeling our shelter laundry room.
We appreciate them so much and cannot wait to see the final results.
New Beginnings Sunday School Class at Meansville Baptist Church.They donate items to the shelter on a regular basis which we appreciate so very much!
Pictures and more ...
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There is absolutely no way that we could do what we do without our volunteers!Every week, they prepare these boxes of food for our clients.
What a blessing to know these people, and to say that they are Promise Place volunteers!
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Pictures and more ...
Members of CrossPoint Community Churchtaking on the project of remodeling our shelter laundry room.
We appreciate them so much and cannot wait to see the final results.
New Beginnings Sunday School Class at Meansville Baptist Church.They donate items to the shelter on a regular basis which we appreciate so very much!
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