Vigil Thursday Remembers Lives Lost To Domestic Violence
The Avalon Center hosts a candlelight vigil in Spencer on Thursday to remember the lives lost to domestic violence. Avalon Center Domestic Violence Court Advocate Andrew Harsanyi said the vigils are part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Harnsanyi said it is important for the community to understand people continue to lose their loves to domestic […]
Technology Asserts Control Over Domestic Abuse Victims
The growing reliance on technology can make toxic relationships trickier to navigate than ever before. That’s according to the Avalon Center’s Director of Client Services Lacie Norris. Norris said understanding technology’s role is important during Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. Norris said abusers often use social media platforms to harass or impersonate survivors. “It can both […]
Mayberry Concerned About Charity Donation Reduction
Crossville City Council split on the decision to reduce charitable donations in the just-passed city budget. It was mentioned that donations for the Friends of the Trails and the Avalon Center were reduced or removed altogether. Mayor RJ Crawford said the city’s charitable donations had grown to an estimated $400,000. “My fear is we are […]
UC Expert: Stalking Victims Need Support, Trust To Help
The most important way to support a stalking victim is to believe them. Avalon Center Sexual Assault Advocate Stage Ward said if a person is being stalked it is important that they find someone else who can support them. January is National Stalking Awareness Month. Ward said stalking can affect all kinds of people in […]
Crossville’s Avalon Center Hosts Domestic Violence Event Tuesday
The Avalon Center wants to make sure the community understands the resources available to fight domestic violence, the purpose of a Candlelight Vigil and Resource Fair Tuesday. The Vigil commemorates those who have faced domestic violence as well as those in the community currently dealing with the issue. Event Organizer Tessa Williams said the Resource […]
