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A community without violence.

At enCourage Advocacy Center in Hastings Nebraska, we offer a variety of services to help educate, advocate and eliminate domestic violence in South Central Nebraska.

enCourage provides support, guidance and education to men, women and children to live a life free from domestic and sexual violence.

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24-Hour Hotline

Our crisis hotline provides survivors and a with support, information, and referrals.

Emergency Shelter

Our shelter strives to provide basic needs when you leave home due to violence or abuse.

Transportation

Emergency transportation to shelter and other support services is available 24 hours a day.

“He almost destroyed me. I’ve been free for 15 years. I still have many painful memories. I am still rebuilding my life, taking back what he tried to steal from me, who I was, what I was, and who I really am.”

– A Survivor’s Story –
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Learn to identify violence and become an ally.

A loved one hints to you that all is not well in their relationship. A classmate discloses that she was raped recently. A colleague receives threatening voicemails and emails while at work. What can you do to be a good support?

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March 23, 2023
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    March 23, 2023  8:30 am - 10:00 am

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March 27, 2023
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    March 27, 2023  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

March 28, 2023
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    March 28, 2023  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Learning about and healing from Trauma; We discuss Learning about and healing from Trauma;
We discuss and practice new skills that help us to recover and thrive after violence and be healthy; healthier relationships, healthier ways to manage obstacles and overcome the insecurities that develop from trauma so we each end the cycle.

#enddomesticabuse #healingandhealthy
You're not alone. It's time to connect and get to You're not alone. It's time to connect and get to know other survivors!
Come to enCourage to discuss life and identify ways to help one another. 
This support group is held on Tuesday, March 21st from 3 PM-4 PM
Classes offered target trauma recovery: stretching Classes offered target trauma recovery: stretching & relaxation through gentle poses, focused breath work, energy work, and meditation!

Time: 2-2:50 PM
Where: enCourage Advocacy Center
Access Period and enCourage partner for the March Access Period and enCourage partner for the March Cocktail Challenge!  Bring your donations of period products or cash and support the thoughtful distribution of period products to women in need.
(Cards accepted at First Street Brewing Company.)
Online Discussion & Support held today at 4:30 PM Online Discussion & Support held today at 4:30 PM Thursday 

Individualized, present-focused, Future-conscious
This is a multi-week commitment with weekly one-to-one meetings.
There is a cost associated with this program.
Please speak with Jennifer for more information. Or email questions to: jennifer@encouragecenter.org

Can't wait to see you!
If you have any questions regarding this online discussion group please reach out to Jennifer!
March 8th is International Women's Day! This day o March 8th is International Women's Day! This day of celebration is to reflect on the progress women have made and focuses on how much further we still have to go! 

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