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An online blog for those helping to break the cycle of domestic violence 

Author: daniellepinto_merrigan

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Children Who Are Healing

On average, almost half of those housed in Rose Brooks Center’s emergency shelter are children. It’s why a large portion of one of our facilities is dedicated to our youngest clients.
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33 Languages And Counting

For over 20 years, Rose Brooks Center has prioritized language access, not only because it’s the right thing to do, but because it can save lives.
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Legislative Advocacy

“Make your voices heard and support important domestic violence legislation.” These words from CEO Lisa Fleming sum up the reason why we participate in legislative advocacy. . . because our collective voices matter!
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A Brighter Future

When survivors come to Rose Brooks Center, they begin to dream about their futures. What they learn along the way is that they deserve a life free from abuse — one that is bright with safety, possibility, and happiness.
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Your Voices Matter

Rose Brooks sends the community to stores throughout the metro, to pick up a “Your Voices Matter” pin to wear on Purple Thursday, October 17th.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2024

October welcomes Domestic Violence Awareness Month. One in four women and one in seven men will be victims of domestic violence at some point in their lifetime.
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Project SAFE and SAFE Futures

As many of you know, our school-based prevention program is called Project SAFE™, and it’s been an important community partner of the Jackson County school system for 32 years!

Housing Goals

Housing stability and economic security go hand in hand. Without one, the other will be hard to sustain. That’s why Rose Brooks Center implements these services in tandem, often alongside what we refer to as care coordination.

Support Groups Bring Healing

This flier can be found in the halls of Rose Brooks Center, among announcements for other support groups, community resources, and the occasional bingo game get-together.

Police Advocacy

Our community relationship with the Kansas City Police Department is a very long one, and it continues to deepen with each passing year.

Rose Brooks Center Named Healthiest in Kansas City

On March 28th, 2024, Rose Brooks Center was named one of Kansas City's Healthiest Employers.

Impact Report 2023

Inside you will find Rose Brooks Center’s 2023 Impact Report, representing far more than numbers, they are individual lives impacted by your steadfast support and kindness.
End 2024 With Compassion. Your Tax-Deductible year-end gift will ensure meals, shelter, and life-changing care for domestic violence survivors in the new year.

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October is domestic violence awareness month

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