Someplace Safe

Someplace Safe Advocacy Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. If you need to speak with an advocate during this time, please call our 24-hour crisis line at 800-974-3359. We wish everyone a safe and peaceful holiday weekend.

May is , raising awareness about the importance of safe, affordable housing for every member of our communities.

For domestic violence survivors, housing can make a critical difference: between being able to escape abuse and having no choice but to stay. Tragically, more than 90% of homeless women have been abused at some point in their lives, most by a partner.

NNEDV is committed to creating a world where domestic violence no longer exists, and that means a world where survivors have the resources they need to stay safe — including housing.

Learn more about the impact of safe housing on survivors: https://buff.ly/zDmdoAa

[Image description: Against a light purple background, white text reads: "More than 90% of homeless women have experienced severe physical or sexual abuse in their lives. 63% have been victims of intimate partner violence." NNEDV logo below. The NNEDV logo consists of 66 small house shapes arranged in a large house shape, and text reading: "NNEDV National Network to End Domestic Violence."]

The constancy of the parent-child relationship is key to a child’s sense of security, feelings of self-worth, and development. Yet, many children today are deeply and adversely affected by lack of quality contact with a parent due to situations out of their control, including divorce, separation or family violence and abuse.

Someplace Safe Parenting Time Centers (PTC) play a crucial role in facilitating safe and healthy parent-child interactions, promoting consistency, and offering support to families in need. PTC services include:

Supervised visits and exchanges
Scheduling assistance
Virtual and Zoom visits
Nurturing Parenting classes

Learn more at: https://someplacesafe.info/survivor-services/parenting-time-center-services/

Remember to take care of yourself!

‼️‼️📣🕑 URGENT CALL TO ACTION:

Time is running short to pass laws in Minnesota. We need YOUR support to ensure that the legislature passes, and the Governor signs, critical legislation to support crime victims’ services. Act NOW, survivors cannot wait!

Email the Office of Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan: https://mn.gov/governor/connect/contact-us/contact-form.jsp

Tonight!!! Head over to the Knotty Pine in Elbow Lake for a great time at the Someplace Safe Spaghetti & Square Dance Fundraiser!

Today is the day! Fill your belly and kick up your heels at the Someplace Safe Grant Office Spaghetti Feed and Square Dance Fundraiser! Huge thanks to The Tickwood Stringband and The Knotty Pine for making this second annual event possible!

May is Supervised Visitation Month, an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of supervised visitation for children and families in high‑risk or conflict situations. This month is a great time to learn more about the supervised visits and services offered by the Someplace Safe Parenting Time Center.

Learn more on our blog at:
https://someplacesafe.info/understanding-supervised-visitation-at-someplace-safe-parenting-time-center/

May is Supervised Visitation Month, an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of supervised visitation for children and families in high‑risk or conflict situations. This month is a great time to learn more about the supervised visits and services offered by the Someplace Safe Parenting Time Center.

Learn more on our blog at:
https://someplacesafe.info/understanding-supervised-visitation-at-someplace-safe-parenting-time-center/

Today we recognize Aleta at our Glenwood Parenting Time Center for the incredible care and dedication she brings each day. Her compassion and commitment to creating a safe, welcoming space for children and families helps make meaningful connections possible.

Thank you, Aleta, for all you do to support families. 💙. 💙