You may have seen news articles, like this one from Glamour, that talk about the impact the federal shutdown could have on programs that provide refuge and resources for victims of domestic violence. It’s true: programs that rely on federal funding at any level will experience issues should the shutdown, now entering it’s 4th week,… more
Domestic Violence Awareness
Out of the Darkness: Healing Through Art
A showcase of creativity from those touched by domestic and dating abuse. Held at the Chapel + Cultural Center on Burdett Avenue in Troy, this free event raised awareness, showcased impressive artwork, and provided an opportunity to recognize two very special community collaborators: STEM Running Program will receive the Volunteer Leadership Award and the Rensselaer County Probation… more
Survivor Art Show and Vigil Will Honor Community Partners
October 12th event offers light and hope Did you Know? Purple is the signature color of DV Awarness. Consider wearing the color to show your support and to serve as a beacon of hope for those who may be suffering in silence. Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services program has a full month of outreach and awareness… more
New Vision Pioneers Answer the Call for Help
Local Group with Long History Continues to Give Back The New Vision Pioneers go way back. Originally called the Telephone Pioneers and started as a service group, they date as far back as, well, the telephone. (That’s 1911 if you aren’t up on your telecom history.) The group started as a way for those working… more
Domestic Violence Services Program Receives Funding
Grants from US Justice Department’s Office on Violence Against Women help Unity House offer services Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services program, which offers services and safe space to all victims of dating and domestic abuse, was awarded funding for comprehensive projects that will further the community collaboration the program already engages in, while expanding the… more
Look for us at Troy Chowderfest!
Annual event a chance for outreach The 12th Annual Troy Chowderfest on October 7th, Columbus Day weekend, will have great food and fun. If you go, look for a table staffed by the domestic violence services team from Unity House. Chances are, there will be lots of purple, which is the signature color to raise… more
Honoring Community Collaboration and Volunteerism
Better together Staff and friends from Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services program will be honoring some very special community partners for October’s Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. At the October 12th Survivor Art Show at the Chapel and Cultural Center on Burdett Avenue in Troy, the Coordinated Community Response Award will go to Kelly Miazga of… more
October is Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention Month
The Unity House Domestic Violence Services program offers safe space to all victims of dating and domestic abuse. For the month of October, staff and volunteers will be working with community stakeholders to Go Purple to raise awareness of the issue of Domestic Violence as well as to share resources for help and outreach. Here’s more of… more
Unity House’s Domestic Violence Services Team Takes the Mound!
At The Joe: first pitch thrown out by Unity House Unity House was invited by the Tri City Valley Cats for a very special honor: to throw out the first pitch in a game at their home turf on August 9th. Unity House’s Sarah McGaughnea, of the Domestic Violence Services program, took on the challenge…. more
Take Back the Night 2018
Capital Region Events focus attention on issue of sexual violence Take Back the Night, marches at night, are happening in the Capital Region for Crime Victims Rights Week. For more information on an event near you, go to www.takebackthenight.org Locally, the Family and Friends of Liza Ellen Warner and The Niki L. Hart Memorial Children’s Fund will host… more