Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center

01/29/2026

We value the opportunity to support you, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of our staff and survivors. Due to the closure of Murfreesboro City Schools, our offices will be closed on January 29th. We will reopen when city schools resume operations.

Our crisis lines remain available 24/7:
Domestic Violence: 615-896-2012
Sexual Assault: 615-494-9262

Please reach out anytime you need support.

01/28/2026

Our offices will remain closed on January 28th due to inclement weather. The safety and well‑being of all survivors is our top priority, and we encourage everyone to stay safe and warm.
Even while our physical offices are closed, our crisis lines remain available 24/7. Please reach out if you need support.
Crisis Line Numbers
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262
We will reopen when Murfreesboro City Schools resume operations.
You are not alone, and support is always available.

01/26/2026

Due to severe weather and city school closures, our office will be closed on January 26th and 27th.
Even with our physical office closed, your access to support does not stop. Our crisis lines remain open 24/7, and trained advocates are ready to stand with you whenever you need us.
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262
Your safety, your choices, and your voice matter. Please take care of yourself during this weather, and reach out whenever you need support.

01/21/2026

We are endlessly grateful for the love our community pours into our survivors. Your in‑kind donations don’t just meet needs — they remind people that they are seen, valued, and supported.
Because our needs change often, we ask that you reach out to our office before bringing items by our public office. Approved donations can be dropped off during business hours, and every single contribution truly makes a difference.
If you prefer an easy way to give, our Amazon list is always kept up to date with what our survivors need most. Here is the link: https://a.co/2fsf7OJ
Thank you for showing up with compassion, generosity, and heart. You help create safety, dignity, and hope.

01/19/2026

Our office will be closed on January 19th in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary whose legacy reminds us to speak truth even when it’s not popular. His commitment to courage, justice, and humanity inspires the way we show up for survivors—with love, light, and unwavering support.
Our crisis lines remain open 24/7:
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262

01/08/2026

Many thanks to Ashley Claxton, Program Director with the YMCA (North Rutherford YMCA Ronald Reagan Family Center), one of the nation’s leading nonprofits committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential, improving well‑being, inspiring action, strengthening communities, and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to become healthier, more confident, connected, and secure. Your leadership, dedication, and passion for service continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support, and your impact is felt far beyond the walls of the Y.

01/06/2026

These are great resolutions for survivors in 2026. We are always here to help!

This New Years, put your well-being at the top of your priorities list with simple and essential self-care resolutions. How will you take better care of yourself in 2026? Drop your ideas in the comments!

01/04/2026

Facts!

This is the moment people survive — or don’t.
There is nothing “minor” about this.

01/04/2026

Did you know that domestic violence is a leading cause of homelessness? NNEDV is proud to address this intersection by training transitional housing programs nationwide, improving housing-related policies for survivors, and ensuring that the federal government's housing programs are responsive to the needs of survivors.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/35kHmOq

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01/01/2026

Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to Nettie Barnes and the Royal Red Jewels chapter of the Red Hat Society — an international sisterhood built on fun, friendship, and philanthropy. Their recent purse drive was an incredible success, resulting in more than 30 beautifully filled handbags for our survivors.
Each bag wasn’t just a donation; it was a gesture of care, dignity, and encouragement. The thoughtful essentials inside will make a meaningful difference in the lives of the women we serve, reminding them that a community of strong, compassionate women stands beside them.
Thank you, Royal Red Jewels, for your generosity and for uplifting our mission in such a powerful way.

12/31/2025

As we wind down 2025, we take time to reflect on the journeys our survivors have walked this year and the small role we were honored to play along the way. Every path looks different, yet each first step was taken with courage, and many reclaimed their sense of safety and healthy boundaries.
As we look ahead to 2026, we hope every survivor feels empowered to make their own choices and reminded—always—that they matter.
Our offices will be closed on 12/31/25 and 1/1/26 , so our staff can practice self‑care and prepare for the year ahead.
Our crisis lines remain available 24/7:
Domestic Violence: 615‑896‑2012
Sexual Assault: 615‑494‑9262

12/27/2025

Wholeheartedly, we are humbly grateful to our Survivor Secret Santas who gave more than smiles to the children of Bernard House. You brought magic, the thrill of hope, and a reminder that goodness shines even in uncertain times—especially at Christmas.
We heard the laughter of children and the sighs of relief from mothers who had one less worry on their shoulders. Your generosity granted Christmas wishes and filled our home with wonderment.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for showing love to our children and for reminding us all of the joy that comes from giving.