1 in 4 children are abused each day. Kimberly's Center exists to respond, protect and restore abused children so they can get the help, hope & healing they need
Thank you to our friends at Ocala Civic Theatre and Matlida herself for delivering books that were collected during each of her performances. We are inspired!! #thrivingkids#bigtalents#makingadifference#socialgood
In honor of the victims, first responders and survivors... we commemorate the 18th anniversary of 9/11. Please pause and remember the 2,983 men, women and children killed in the attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, aboard Flight 93 and in the 1993 WTC bombing. #united
Today we launched these ladies into the community equipped with knowledge and support. These women will passionately bring light to our mission while raising funds for our Outdoor Therapeutic Play Area. Visit https://t.co/2ZAoc1giMm to learn more or make a donation. #100Strong
A big thanks to our friends at Ocala Hog Chapter War Horse Harley-Davidson for supplying our kids with backpacks and school supplies again this year.
#backtoschool#toolsforsuccess#friendsofthemission
Meditation has been proven to benefit some of the same areas of the brain that trauma affects. With support from a trauma-informed counselor, practices of self-care to supplement therapy are powerful ways to begin tending to the mind, body, and spirit after abuse. #heartcentered
Maybe it's nothing, maybe it's a phase, but maybe there's more to be learned.
A toddler that no longer wanted to play with her grandfather during visits.
A boy who decides to quit the sport he loves.
A teenager who began wearing baggy clothes.
#listen@TheThe Mama Bear Effect
Misconception on teaching body safety: "I don't want to scare my child."
Reality: Kids are more comfortable talking about private parts and body safety than adults are.
For more, visit our empowering children page: https://t.co/XLZIjOM6gD
1 - 4 girls & 1 - 6 boys are victims of child sexual abuse. 90% of the cases are not reported. The abusers are not strangers. They are family, friends, peers, neighbors, people in community organizations with access to children.
REPORT CHILD ABUSE 1-800-96-ABUSE
#believeachild
Thanks to the Brick City Beer and Wine Festival committee & Ocala-Silver Springs Rotary Club & Ocala-Sunset Rotary Club for blessing the children we serve with today's amazing gift of $24,500. Interfaith Emergency Services & Marion County Literacy Council, equally benefitted.#WOW
Today is the perfect example of putting the kids needs first. Thank you to all of our partners and everyone who joined us today at Kimberly's Center Co-Location Ribbon Cutting. We are all one big family and kids are our business. #respond#protect#restore#help#hope#healing
Today is the day to celebrate being a woman! This event is full of products & services to guide us into our best selves. Great people & atmosphere... DON'T MISS IT!! All proceeds go to helping abused & neglected children heal from their trauma! #help#hope#healing#charityevent
We can all help a child who has been affected by abuse and neglect. Call 352-873-4739 to find out how you can be a part of the Kimberly's Center mission. #reportabuse#advocate#charitywork#wecantdoitalone
We can't believe it has been a month already since our 8th Annual Race Against Child Abuse. Join us in celebrating the over 400 runners and the $50,000 in funds raised for Marion County's most vulnerable children. Check out this video and get ready for Year 9!!
#successforkids