Safe+Sound Somerset

10/28/2025

Even though Domestic Violence Awareness Month is almost over, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to learn about its effects on our community. Domestic Violence is not just a “small fight,” but a pattern of power and control.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4qsLRfm

10/27/2025

We were saddened to hear about the murder of Cranford two teenage girls and the alleged history of stalking behaviors preceding their deaths. Teens are too-often targets of power-based violence such as stalking, dating abuse, and sexual violence, at rates similar to or higher than adults. And, as this case exemplifies, the violence has devastating and wide-reaching impacts. We know that after cases of violence, community members and professionals may seek education and information as a way to cope with a sense of helplessness. In response, we are hosting "Understanding the Hidden Crime of Stalking," an interactive lunch and learn session to provide some information about recognizing stalking and supporting survivors.

For registration and meeting link, please scan the QR code or click here: https://bit.ly/4nkOVax

And if you or someone you know needs help, call and text our 24/7 helpline at 866-685-1122

10/24/2025

Thank you Let's Roam for your generous donation and scavenger hunt tickets to support our Designer Bag Bingo event! Your in-kind donation will help us raise funds for services to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

If your nonprofit is looking for an in-kind donation, visit https://www.letsroam.com/donations

10/24/2025

It’s that time of year! Designer Bag Bingo is right around the corner. Sign up for a night full of 80’s themed fun with a chance to win big!

There are sponsorship and advertising opportunities for this event as well. See the second flyer for more details.

10/23/2025

Gaslighting is when someone uses manipulation and lies to purposely make you question your reality and your experiences. In the second installment of a 4-part Ask Ava series exploring different types of abuse, special guest Jessica Fernandez talks about how to recognize and respond to gaslighting.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/3KTKIx7

If you or someone you know needs help, you can reach out to Safe+Sound Somerset's 24/7 Call and Text Helpline at 866-685-1122. For more information, visit www.safe-sound.org.

10/22/2025

Beginning at 13 years of age, children who have been sexually assaulted can activate our Sexual Assault and Non-fatal Strangulation and Smothering Response Teams without the consent of a parent or caregiver. These services provide compassionate support in the immediate aftermath of violence.

Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/4nit4RR

Reach out to our 24/7 Call and Text Helpline at 866-685-1122 for supportive listening, safety planning, and compassionate services for adult and child survivors.

10/21/2025

Our 2025 Holiday Drive is open through December 5! We are collecting $25 gift cards from Walmart, Shoprite, and Visa as well as monetary gifts. Last year, with the help of supporters like you, we were able to provide support to over 200 children and family members.

10/20/2025

Thank you to Financial Resources Federal Credit Union for your generous donation. Your contribution to Safe+Sound Somerset will allow survivors to continue accessing essential services so they can achieve safety, healing, and hope.

10/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in Purple Thursday yesterday. A special thank you to Financial Resources Federal Credit Union for showing up and showing out with their staff dressed in purple to honor victims and survivors of domestic violence.

10/17/2025

10/16/2025

Stay updated and find out more on how to be part of our future: follow us on social media platforms, share our information, join our Community Action Team. Just as importantly, we ask you to consider a one-time or small monthly gift to Safe+Sound Somerset to ensure our services remain far into the future for survivors. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3XXwZJy

10/16/2025

Many of the reasons that survivors stay in abusive relationship are caused by the abuse itself. Survivors know their relationships best, so it important that we ask them how we can best support them and not force them to make the decisions we want them to make. We need to change the narrative from asking "why do survivors go back" to "why do harm doers abuse?"