Safer Path Family Violence Shelter

Safer Path Family Violence Shelter We build awareness of family violence and sexual assault, empower victims & support survivor's.

Get the help and support you need, Our organization was formed in April of 1992 to give support to victims of dating violence, family violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

All-Staff Meeting ✔️Fun & Wellness ✔️💗 After a full team meeting focused on serving survivors well, we slowed down and d...
02/27/2026

All-Staff Meeting ✔️
Fun & Wellness ✔️💗

After a full team meeting focused on serving survivors well, we slowed down and did something just for us — heart-shaped sugar cookie decorating.

Because the work we do is heavy.

Building trauma resistance isn’t just a phrase — it’s intentional. It’s laughter in the break room. It’s frosting-covered fingers. It’s taking a breath together before stepping back into hard work.

Grateful for a team that pours so much into others and still finds joy together. 💕

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

This February for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we had the honor of standing alongside leaders who believe our t...
02/26/2026

This February for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we had the honor of standing alongside leaders who believe our teens deserve safe, healthy relationships.

Thank you to Pleasanton ISD, Atascosa County Commissioners Court, McMullen County Commissioners Court, the City of Pleasanton, the City of Poteet, and the City of Jourdanton for issuing proclamations and publicly standing with survivors and youth in our community.

When local leadership speaks up, it sends a powerful message:
💜 We believe teens.
💜 We support survivors.
💜 We are committed to prevention and education.

Together, we are building a community where young people are empowered with knowledge, supported with resources, and surrounded by adults who care.

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

⛳💙 One hole. One sign. One powerful message.When your business sponsors a hole at our Swing Into Action Golf Tournament,...
02/25/2026

⛳💙 One hole. One sign. One powerful message.

When your business sponsors a hole at our Swing Into Action Golf Tournament, you’re doing more than placing your name on the course — you’re helping create safety for families in our community.

A $250 Hole Sponsorship helps make possible:
✨ A safe place to sleep for survivors and their children
✨ Advocacy support during crisis
✨ Basic needs during a time when everything feels uncertain

And while golfers enjoy the day, your business is recognized as one that stands for protection, dignity, and hope.
In a small community like ours, that matters.

📅 March 28th
📍 Pleasanton Country Club
Ready to claim your hole?
👉 https://www.jotform.com/form/222263879280159

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

💜 Talk About It Tuesday 💜Emotions themselves aren’t bad — what matters is what we do with them. Feelings like anger, jea...
02/24/2026

💜 Talk About It Tuesday 💜
Emotions themselves aren’t bad — what matters is what we do with them.

Feelings like anger, jealousy, frustration, and insecurity are normal, especially during the teen years. The problem isn’t having big emotions — it’s not having the skills to handle them in healthy ways.

When emotions go unchecked or unexpressed, they can show up as control, jealousy, pressure, or harm in relationships.

Emotional intelligence is a skill.

We aren’t born knowing how to communicate feelings, manage conflict, or self-regulate — these are learned behaviors. Teaching teens how to recognize emotions, pause before reacting, and communicating respectfully is powerful prevention.

Healthy relationships don’t avoid emotions —
they handle them safely.

The conversation doesn’t end in February. Prevention starts at home, in classrooms, in friendships, and in everyday moments where we choose respect.

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

Transparency matters. Impact matters even more.You can find both in our Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report. Inside, you’ll s...
02/19/2026

Transparency matters. Impact matters even more.
You can find both in our Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report.

Inside, you’ll see:

✨ Service numbers that show the scope of need
✨ Financial accountability and stewardship
✨ Highlights from events that brought our community together
✨ Stories of resilience and impact

Each number represents a survivor who reached out, a family who found safety, and a community that showed up.

Click the link to view our full Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report and see what your support made possible.

🔗 https://heyzine.com/flip-book/757f921c99.html

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

⛳ It’s not just a golf tournament.It’s a day on the course that changes lives. Grab 3 friends, coworkers, or clients and...
02/18/2026

⛳ It’s not just a golf tournament.
It’s a day on the course that changes lives.

Grab 3 friends, coworkers, or clients and join us for Swing Into Action 2 person scramble on March 28th at the Pleasanton Country Club.

Every team registration helps provide:
🏠 Safe nights of shelter
🍽 Meals for families rebuilding
🤝 Support when it matters most

You get:
✔ 18 holes
✔ Food & fellowship
✔ Prizes & payouts
✔ And the chance to make a real impact in our community

We’re just weeks away — now’s the time to secure your spot.

🔗 Register here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222263879280159



If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

At Safer Path, prevention starts in the classroom — through our evidence-based Safe Dates curriculum. Safe Dates isn’t j...
02/17/2026

At Safer Path, prevention starts in the classroom — through our evidence-based Safe Dates curriculum.

Safe Dates isn’t just a presentation.
It’s a structured, research-backed program designed to prevent dating violence before it begins.

In our sessions with middle and high school students, we’re having real conversations about:

• What a healthy relationship actually looks like
• The difference between love and control
• What consent means — and what it doesn’t
• How jealousy can turn into isolation
• How to set boundaries without guilt
• How to recognize red flags early
• How to help a friend safely
• And how emotions are normal — but violence is never the answer

We walk through real-life scenarios.
We talk about social media.
We talk about pressure.
We talk about breakups.
We talk about warning signs that teens may already be seeing in their own lives.

We’re not lecturing them.
We’re building skills — communication skills, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and confidence.

Because if we want fewer victims tomorrow, we have to build stronger, more informed teens today.

Healthy relationships are not automatic.
Emotional intelligence is a skill.
Respect is a skill.
Boundaries are a skill.

And we are teaching those skills — right here in our rural schools.

If you’re a parent, keep the conversation going at home. If you’re an educator, invite prevention into your classrooms. And if you’re a teen watching this — love should feel safe. If you or someone you know needs support, our 24-hour hotline is 830-569-2001.

Prevention works. And we are so proud to be part of building a future where respect is the standard.

💵✨ Building stability starts with knowledge.This week, Sam, our Shelter Coordinator, led a budgeting class for clients i...
02/16/2026

💵✨ Building stability starts with knowledge.
This week, Sam, our Shelter Coordinator, led a budgeting class for clients in shelter — equipping them with practical tools to manage income, plan for expenses, and build financial independence.
For many survivors, financial control or instability was part of the abuse they experienced. Learning how to budget isn’t just about numbers — it’s about restoring confidence, increasing independence, and creating a path toward long-term stability.
At Safer Path, we don’t just provide safety. We help build sustainable futures. 💙
If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

💗 Sweet reminders this Valentine’s Day:You are enough exactly as you are. You deserve respect, safety, and a love that f...
02/14/2026

💗 Sweet reminders this Valentine’s Day:

You are enough exactly as you are. You deserve respect, safety, and a love that feels steady — not scary.

And if today doesn’t feel sweet… if home doesn’t feel safe… please know there is a place for you. Our shelter doors are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You are not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, or human trafficking, please call our Safer Path 24-hour hotline at 830-569-2001.

🏈⚽🏀 Team Up Against Teen Dating Violence | Respect Week 💜Today we’re teaming up against teen dating violence by wearing ...
02/13/2026

🏈⚽🏀 Team Up Against Teen Dating Violence | Respect Week 💜
Today we’re teaming up against teen dating violence by wearing our favorite team jerseys and celebrating something important: you can disagree — respectfully.
Healthy relationships allow different opinions, preferences, and perspectives without anger, pressure, or fear. Respect looks like listening, staying calm during disagreements, and valuing someone even when you don’t see eye to eye.
Respectful disagreement looks like:
· Sharing opinions without insults or put-downs
· Listening without trying to “win” the conversation
· Accepting differences without control or intimidation
👕 Wear your favorite team jersey today, have fun debating whose team is better, and remember — real love and respect don’t require agreement, only care.
If you or someone you know needs support, Safer Path is here.
📞 24-Hour Hotline: 830-569-2001
LoveShouldBeSafe SaferPath

🧦💜 Crazy Sock Day | Respect Week 💜Today’s Crazy Sock Day reminds us that real love respects independence. Just like our ...
02/13/2026

🧦💜 Crazy Sock Day | Respect Week 💜
Today’s Crazy Sock Day reminds us that real love respects independence. Just like our socks don’t have to match, healthy relationships allow people to be themselves — with their own interests, friendships, and goals.
Respecting independence looks like:
· Supporting a partner’s friendships, activities, and interests
· Trusting each other without needing constant check-ins or control
· Encouraging growth, goals, and time apart without guilt
Disrespecting independence looks like:
· Pressuring someone to give up friends or activities
· Using jealousy or guilt to control where someone goes or who they see
· Expecting constant access, updates, or permission
Healthy relationships are built on trust and freedom — not control. Love should add to who you are, not take parts of you away.
🧦 Today, wear your crazy socks and remember: you don’t have to lose your independence to be loved.
If you or someone you know needs support, Safer Path is here.
📞 24-Hour Hotline: 830-569-2001
LoveShouldBeSafe SaferPath

🐆🦓 Wild About Respect | Respect Week 💜Today we’re getting wild about respect by wearing animal print and talking honestl...
02/11/2026

🐆🦓 Wild About Respect | Respect Week 💜
Today we’re getting wild about respect by wearing animal print and talking honestly about what respect is — and isn’t in relationships.
Respect looks like:
· Listening when someone shares their feelings and taking them seriously
· Honoring boundaries and accepting “no” without pressure or guilt
· Encouraging independence, friendships, and personal interests
Disrespect looks like:
· Controlling who someone talks to or where they go
· Using jealousy, guilt, or fear to get their way
· Ignoring boundaries or making someone feel unsafe
Healthy relationships should feel safe, supportive, and empowering — not confusing or intimidating. Knowing the difference helps teens recognize unhealthy behavior early and choose respect.

🐾 Today, stay wild about respect and keep these important conversations going.
If you or someone you know needs support, Safer Path is here.

📞 24-Hour Hotline: 830-569-2001
LoveShouldBeSafe SaferPath

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