Month: September 2020

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to show support and speak out about interpersonal violence. The color purple signifies domestic violence consciousness and a dedication to break the cycle of abuse; therefore, we at Branch House urge everyone to show encouragement by adorning their lives with the color purple, from wearing purple…
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March 12, 2020 Branch House Sullivan County Family Justice Center is currently expanding services for domestic violence and sexual assault victims through a partnership with Ballad Health. Dawn Smith, a registered nurse with Ballad Health, is our new Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) and can perform on site forensic examinations. Dawn is a graduate of…
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Yee Haw Yoga is a Community Program and Downtown Business Partnership.It began in the Summer of 2016 at the Founders Park Amphitheater and has grown into the identity of “Partners for a Cause.” The event includes a donation yoga class each Wednesday and a free 1/2 pint at Yee Haw Taproom for attendees following the class.…
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September 23, 2020 Branch House is currently seeking safe, loving, temporary foster homes for pets of domestic violence victims. Studies show that many victims of domestic violence delay leaving their situation out of concern for their pet(s). Many fear that their abuser will harm or kill the animal(s) as revenge for their departure. However, not…
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