If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, we can help.
My Sister's Place offers more than just shelter. Click here to learn more about our services
You are not alone. If you are going through relationship abuse, a trained staff person is ready to talk and to help with safety planning. 1-800-443-3402Barn Dance and BBQ
We are very excited to announce our new fundraiser! The Barn Dance and BBQ will take place on June 22 at the new Kiser's location at the Eclipse Company Town Store in The Plains. The event starts at 6:00 with a full buffet Kiser's dinner. At 7:30, David Mould and Stephanie Hysmith will be calling a contra dance, set to live music. If you've never been to a contra dance--don't worry! They'll teach you some basic steps to this fun Applachian tradition. A cash bar will be available as well as an exciting silent auction. Tickets are available at $45 per person by clicking How to Give at the top of this page, and then Tickets to Events. Tickets will also be sold at Fluff Bakery and Catering, starting Monday, April 22. Hope to see you!
Allstate Foundation Grant Funds Awarded to MSP
Through a grant application with the Ohio Domestic Violence Network, My Sister's Place has been awarded funding from the Allstate Foundation to bring financial education, a matched savings program, job readiness and job training and microenterprise opportunities to survivors of domestic violence. Allstate is "committed to helping survivors build their financial skills as a way to escape abusive relationships, get safe, stay safe and thrive."
Our Case Manager and Counselor have been trained in the Allstate's Moving Ahead Through Financial Management curriculum and are using its modules in group and individual sessions. Clients have an opportunity to save up to $1000 and have those funds matched from the Allstate Foundation grant dollars. The Foundation notes that they are "committed to using financial empowerment strategies to end the cycle of violence because research shows that financial dependency is the strongest predictor of a survivor's decision to remain, leave or return to an abusive relationship - even stronger than physical safety issues." We are excited to see the difference that this opportunity makes in our clients' lives.
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Events
New Fundraiser!
We are very excited to announce our upcoming fundraiser on June 22: The Barn Dance and BBQ! More details on our blog. Tickets can be purchased by clicking on Tickets to Events under How to Give at the top of the page.
Volunteer Orientation
MSP is again taking volunteers. Our next orientation will be in August. Call our business line in July and ask for Sarah if you are interested. 740-594-8337
IN THE CASE OF AN EMERGENCY - DIAL 911
My Sister’s Place
1-800-443-3402Ohio Domestic Violence Network
1-800-934-9840National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)or TTY: 1-800-787-3224
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
1-800-656-HOPE
SAFETY ALERT: Computer use can be monitored, even if you delete your history. If you are in danger, please use a computer that your abuser cannot access. Call My Sister’s Place at 1-800-443-3402 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.