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Happy Easter Weekend! Please note the HomeFront offices are closed today, Good Friday, as well as Easter Monday. #happyeaster

Today the application process for Clare’s Law opens in Alberta. The Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Violence Act, or Clare’s Law, allows people who have experienced or feel at risk of domestic violence to obtain information about whether their current or former partner has a history of domestic violence. This allows them to make informed decisions about their safety. Following the application, those who apply will be asked and connected to domestic violence services i...f they would like them. Our Executive Director spoke to the Calgary Herald about the new law. For more information on Clare’s Law and the application process: www.alberta.ca/clareslaw https://calgaryherald.com//updated-federal-regulations-put #ClaresLaw #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolence

Today is #TransDayofVisibility - an international day of awareness & to honour the trans, non-binary and gender diverse folks in our communities. We see you & we support you

This morning, HomeFront staff were grateful to spend a few hours with Tim Fox from the @calgfoundation learning about Intergenerational Trauma and Reconciliation. It was an impactful experience and is part of our continued work in equity and inclusion. #yyc #truthandreconciliation #homefrontcalgary #calgary #homefrontyyc

An interesting article about the pandemics impact on rates of domestic violence and abuse. "Gender-based violence (GBV) has skyrocketed in Canada since the pandemic started: When we went into lockdown last March, incidents of GBV increased by as much as 30% in parts of the country. Racialized and marginalized women, and those who live in rural communities, are especially vulnerable." https://www.refinery29.com//domestic-violence-increase-wom

We are sending our deepest condolences to Sgt. Harnett’s family, friends and colleagues, and our thoughts are with all those at the Calgary Police Service as they navigate this truly difficult time.

! The HomeFront offices are closed from December 24th, reopening January 4th. If you need immediate emotional support please call the 24 hour help line at: 403-234-7233. If the danger is immediate, call 911. HomeFront would like to wish you all the very best during this holiday season. While 2020 has seen challenges like never before, we are grateful for your support, continued commitment and we look forward to 2021 and the hope of a new year. #homefront2020 #happyholidays #yyc

A special thank you to our partners at the Calgary Police Service for this wonderful video and message of congratulations for our 20th Anniversary! We are so grateful to have them as partners in our work to support families impacted by domestic violence. As we come to a close of 2020, we are so grateful for everyone’s support, kind messages and dedication to our agency during this 20th Anniversary year. We look forward to the next 20 years as we continue to work towards our mission of ending domestic violence in Calgary. #yyc #enddomesticviolence #homefrontyyc #homefront2020 #yyccharity

We are truly humbled by the generosity of Lukes Drug Mart during this difficult year - they’ve donated 100% of profits from masks and sanitizer sales, and to date they’ve raised and donated nearly $20,000 to HomeFront! We are so thankful for their continued support - this money will make a big impact on the families we serve! Please show them some love during this time, they’re an amazing local #yyc small business Repost @lukesdrugmart: Thanks to everyone who has pur...chased a @mediumrarechef mask from us in 2020. At the beginning of the pandemic, we decided to donate 100% of our profits from mask sales to @homefrontyyc to support their efforts to end domestic violence in Calgary. To date, we have raised and donated $19,667.08 between Bridgeland and Killarney. We will be continuing to donate all of our profits from mask sales for all of 2021. See more

Thank you to the Calgary Herald for highlighting HomeFront as part of the 2020 Christmas Fund. They helped me through the entire court process and were there for me the whole time, she says of the Calgary organization dedicated to assisting domestic violence victims with a wide variety of services, including support navigating the court system. They helped me find my voice again and the inner me who was missing for a long time. They made me want to fight. We hope you'll ...take a moment to read this incredible article featuring a few local agencies, including HomeFront, YWCA Calgary, Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter and Calgary Seniors' Resource Society that are working tireless to support and protect individuals impacted by domestic violence. https://calgaryherald.com//escaping-domestic-violence-the- #yyc #yyccharity #enddomesticviolence #calgary #homefront2020 #christmasfund

Last year, HomeFront supported 3297 individuals and their children. Although our Case Managers are carrying high caseloads, there are no waitlists for our services as we know each person who contacts the police and charges are laid needs our support as they navigate the justice system. #homefront2020 #homefrontyyc #dogoodyyc #yyc #enddomesticviolence

Want a super easy way to donate as part of our 20/20/20 goal? Have bottles lying around? Well then we have a solution for you! Download the SkipTheDepot App and donate your bottle money! What is SkipTheDepot? A door-to-door bottle collection service that makes refundable recycling and fundraising easy! 1. Download the app and book a pickup using https://app.skipthedepot.com/homefrontcalgary ... 2. Place your bags outside 3. Receive refund and donate to HomeFront! SkipTheDepot will allow everyone to donate directly to our organization with ease.

HomeFront offices are closed today in honour of Remembrance Day and all those who served and sacrificed for our freedom. #LestWeForget

Today for our DV 101 post, we are going to talk about the Types of Abuse. It's a common myth that abuse is just physical, when in fact there are many forms. Abuse looks different in different relationships, below are some of the common types of abuse: : Can include hitting, punching, choking, kicking, pushing, throwing objects, biting, etc.... , : Can include name calling, put-downs, swearing, threats, degrading language and words etc. : Can include forcing any sexual contact without consent, continued sexual contact when asked to stop, etc. : Not allowing someone to practice their faith or preventing them to take part in spiritual practices, making fun of someone's beliefs, etc. : Can include the withholding of money, providing allowances, limiting access to bank accounts or credit cards, preventing you from working, spending your money without your consent, etc. : Failing to make sure a child or another dependent is safe and has emotional support and basic daily needs met, withholding medication or health care, etc. : controlling where you go, who you see, or speak to, not allowing you to leave the home or have a job, etc. : Destroying phones, laptops, keying cars, etc. : Can include unwanted following, sending unwanted texts, emails, or phone calls; asking friends and family where you are, leaving unwanted notes or threating messages on vehicles etc. Many of these types of abuse are crimes and can be reported to the Calgary Police Service - they are available anytime by calling the non-emergency line at 403-266-1234, or 9-1-1 if you are in immediate danger. For support and information about abuse, you can contact the Family Violence Info Line at 310-1818. They are available 24/7 in over 170 languages. #GoPurpleAB #wheretoturn #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceawareness #familyviolenceprevention #typesofabuse #enddomesticviolence See more

A quote from one of our former clients about her experience with HomeFront and her Case Manager. We love hearing quotes like this and the impact our work has on individuals dealing with domestic violence. #homefront2020 #homefrontyyc #dogoodyyc #yyc #enddomesticviolence #yyccharity #domesticviolenceawareness