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Today, I Was Truly Happy

July 3, 2017

Laura started to plant her feet on the ground and grow in empowerment. 

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ADVOCACY ALERT: Senate Health Care Bill Would Be Devastating for Survivors of Domestic Violence

June 23, 2017

The Senate has just unveiled health care legislation that would result in the loss of access and elimination of benefits for millions of people if passed into law.

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The 'E' Word

June 16, 2017

The feelings I carried after returning to my car were less composed; tears and absolute frustration.

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"Safe Harbor Steve"

June 13, 2017

Little did I know at the time how many times I would feel like a super hero when walking alongside the families we serve.

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Why I Do This Work

May 17, 2017

David’s story taught me what it means to be trauma-informed and sparked a question that has been in the forefront of my mind as a counselor and advocate ever since: not the question “What is wrong with you?” but “What has happened to you?”

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After the Bruises Fade

May 8, 2017

Would you believe me if I told you that I was the victim of psychological domestic abuse for five years and didn’t realize, or escape the abuse, until it became physical?

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How could I have missed the signs?

May 1, 2017

“Mom, I have something to tell you and I need your help”.

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Changing Fate

April 25, 2017

The voices of many have been silenced and left out, and these stories of resilience are important now more than ever; in moving closer to a culture where everyone feels safe and valued, and to helping others recognize that they are not alone.

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I am a survivor of domestic violence.


“I didn’t know that I was being abused...

I am a survivor of domestic violence.


“I didn’t know that I was being abused because my definition of abuse looked different. My husband pushed me, but most of my suffering was verbal and psychological. I left my husband to protect our young daughter. Almost immediately I felt the weight of his oppression begin to lift. I could see a difference in my daughter as well. Then he broke into my home and assaulted me in-front of her.

I sought help and was led to Safe Harbor. My daughter and I are in counseling now. I am sorting out the mess that abuse has caused. I am finding my voice and seeking opportunities to grow and better my life as well as my daughter's. She will gauge her self-worth from my own self-worth. I must show her that she deserves the best, by expecting the best for myself.

Many years I suffered in silence. By telling my story and being honest with friends and family, I am taking control of my life again.”

- Beth

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When you give to Safe Harbor, 82 cents of every dollar goes directly to our intervention services and prevention initiatives to break the cycle of domestic violence in the Upstate of South Carolina. 

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We are available to provide domestic violence education and information about Safe Harbor’s services through speaking engagements, trainings, workshops and awareness campaigns.

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Safe Harbor Resale Shop operates solely on donations from our generous community. Donations are tax deductible and make a difference in the lives of our clients.  

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Your donated furniture can support our clients as they transition out of our programs and start a new life, and can also raise money for Safe Harbor by going to our Resale Shop to be re-sold.

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