Russell House

Empowering victims of domestic and sexual abuse by providing confidential services so that they may live their life violence free.

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Today is International Volunteer Day. Today we celebrate all of the wonderful volunteers who commit their time to serving their community. We could not support survivors without all of your help!

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Your gift matters! Donate today on #GivingTuesday to help support survivors of violence in our community! https://t.co/LWeiAOeLyz

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This Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Delta Omicron Lambda will be hosting their annual bottomless soup dinner benefitting Russell House! Come join the fun and warm up from the cold weather with a good bowl of soup!

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Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. If you’d like to donate to Russell House today, please follow this link:https://t.co/LWeiAOeLyz

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Donations from now until November 29th count towards #GivingTuesday. Join the movement and support Russell House today! Link to Donate: https://t.co/mEqiSJH91C

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Happy Halloween from Russell House!

1. Carry glow sticks/flashlights, use reflective tape/stickers on costumes/bags, & wear light colors to.
2. Join kids under age 12 for trick-or-treating.
3. Slow down & be alert!
4. Remind kids to cross the street at corners or crosswalks.

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National Pumpkin Day recognizes a favored autumn decoration and food on October 26th. Not only do they make great fall decorations, but the pumpkin also completes a variety of tasty recipes. Do you have a recipe to share?

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There are still tickets left for A Night at The Mouse Races! This is a great way to have some fun, share laughs, and support Russell House. Tickets available at Rolla Moose Lodge (Martin Springs Drive) You can also purchase tickets by calling 573-762-3330 or 573-762-3008.

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- Nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the US. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women & men.
- On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide.
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In observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we ask that you do these 3 things.

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National Baby Safety Month is observed in September:

1. Ensure car seat is installed correctly.
2. Remove all items from crib.
3. Always place babies on their backs to sleep.
4. Protect them from second hand smoke.
5. Installed safety latches on cabinets and doors.

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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or dial 988 to speak with a counselor.

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Women’s Equality Day is celebrated every year on August 26th in the US. Today is a chance for us to learn and honor the people who came before us, fighting for change. Fighting for justice. Fighting for equality.

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Russell House is excited to share that our website has a new look! Our updated design was developed for survivors of violence to quickly find information on services and easily connect community members with opportunities to volunteer or donate. https://t.co/Xdm9OVUQ6J

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Thank you so much to First State Community Bank for donating five processed pigs to Russell House! This donation is greatly appreciated and will provide many meals for the residents and children staying at the shelter. We are so lucky to have such great community support!

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World Humanitarian Day is celebrated on August 19th in recognition of Humanitarian personnel across the world and those who have lost their lives for humanitarian causes. We can all share the humanitarian spirit by simply volunteering our time to support the welfare of others.

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National Nonprofit Day is observed on August 17th to recognize non-profit organizations’ ongoing efforts to serve the local community. Today we celebrate ALL non-profit organizations and say thank you for helping shape our society and providing hope for a brighter future.

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Do you have dishes that you do not plan on using? Your donations are welcomed and appreciated! New cups, plates, bowls, silverware, and more can make a big difference in the lives of residents at Russell House. Please reach out to Kenisha at 573-832-5394 to schedule a donation.

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August 12 we observe International Youth Day. It is imperative that we educate, support, celebrate and uplift our young people. They are an important part of society and are the new generation to implement change and progress.

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5 safety rules that children should know by age 5:

1. I am the boss of my body.
2. No one should ask me to keep a secret.
3. We do not look, touch or play games with private parts.
4. Use correct words for private parts.
5. I know 5 people that I can talk to if an issue arises.