September 2

Tragedy in Tigard. Husband shoots his wife in front of his wife’s mother, then himself, leaving two-year-old to grow up without her parents.  Including the Njus’s, 16 lives were taken by domestic violence in Washington County in the last 10 months.  Please help keep your friends, families and yourself safe—reach out for help.  Not sure?  Read about the warning signs of abuse here.  Or, come out to our Friends & Family class (.pdf link) the first and second Thursday of every month to learn more.  Studies show that it’s access to support and resources that make the difference for survivors: so please reach out to one another, and to our advocates and counselors here!  We’re here to help.  24-Hour Crisis Line 503.469.8620 | Toll Free 1.866.469.8600

August 5

Check out our August Champion eNewsletter announcing Autumn Affair and other exciting news!

July 15

The July Champion eNewsletter is available.  Our Executive Director responds to recent tragedies and the agency considers possible ramifications of the recent Supreme Court ruling.

June 21

Another fatal domestic violence murder-suicide in Hillsboro, last Thursday night at a local restaurant.  Our condolences and support to the friends and family who lost loved ones.  If you know someone who is in a domestic violence relationship (or maybe you aren’t sure), know that we have an informational class/group on the first and second Thursday of every month. Here’s the flyer with more information. Join us. Together we must break the cycle of violence.

June 10

Read about us in the Hillsboro Argus: “The Domestic Violence Resource Center is the only program of its kind in Oregon to offer free counseling for children who experience or witness domestic violence, said Gettings.”  Full article permalinked here.

June 3

“At the time of leaving Monika’s House I felt sad, but yet at the same time excited about going to my next place, a step forward towards reaching my goals!  When I think of this special House, I will always have good reflections about my experiences there; of what I learned and whom I met; and most important of all—of what I took from there…”  Read more in our June Champion eNewsletter.