October is domestic violence awareness month. Raising awareness around domestic violence isn’t an easy topic, but CAPSA exists to provide hope. We help survivors in all types of situations find success and healing.
We want to share some success stories that highlight how CAPSA is able to help all individuals in all kinds of situations.
1 in 7 men in Utah will experience domestic violence.
*Names changed to support privacy & confidentiality
Throughout their relationship, Dan’s girlfriend would often ask him to do a lot of things he didn’t want to do, and when he said no, she would threaten to report his past illegal activity. He was also afraid of the physical harm she could cause. Dan had heard of CAPSA through a sign in the men’s bathroom at his work. He never really thought twice about it because for the majority of his life he thought abusive situations really only happened to women. One day he decided to take a card from the bathroom. Later that day he called CAPSA to see how we could help.
Because Dan reached out to CAPSA, he was able to come in and meet with our caseworkers in a safe and confidential space. They reassured him that he was in fact in an abusive situation and that what was happening to him was wrong. CAPSA’s caseworkers and therapists advocated for him and helped him through his situation. Dan realized that men also deserve to be treated with respect and that these situations can happen to men as well.
Men do experience Domestic Violence, CAPSA is here to help.
1 in 5 Utah children will hear or witness domestic abuse.
*Names changed to support privacy & confidentiality
Two young kids had witnessed much of their parents’ fighting from a young age. Jack was only 7 but he could remember the yelling from when he was really little. Their mom, had tried to hide the abuse from her kids to the best of her ability, but when it got really bad, she knew they could tell what was going on. Sarah knew she couldn’t let them continue to hear the things her husband was saying to her. She had always been financially tied to him, which is what had kept her from seeking help before.
Sarah was able to contact CAPSA and stay in our emergency shelter with her kids. She received financial assistance which helped her to secure an apartment for her family while she utilized our therapy programs and furthered her education.
Families are impacted by domestic violence, CAPSA is here to help.
CAPSA Services are Free andConfidential
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.
Our Prevention and Education Team educate our local youth throughout schools delivering curriculum and content that is designed to help youth recognize the signs of abuse. They love interacting and connecting with the amazing kids in Cache Valley, and Rich County. Our educators all have various backgrounds in health and public education and are passionate about educating our community!
What we teach
CAPSA’s awareness educators present curriculum promoting healthy relationships, reducing risk factors, increasing protective factors, and bringing awareness to CAPSA’s services. They teach about teen dating violence, resources in our community, warning signs of abuse & suicide, and prevention skills that reduce harm and could save lives.
Our current list of courses includes:
Who we teach
Participants include 16,100 youth and 2,357 adults from twenty different middle and high schools across Cache Valley and the Bear Lake area. Presentations are taught in a safe and inclusive environment where students are able to learn and develop skills that will empower them as individuals to stand up against violence in their school, community, and personal life.
Why we teach
CAPSA’s overall mission is to end violence in our community. We know that by teaching the youth in Cache Valley prevention skills and knowledge, they will be more equipped to recognize warning signs in their own lives and in the lives of others.
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.
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Madeline’s story is one that is common among survivors fleeing abusive situations.
*Name changed to protect identity
After experiencing years of physical, emotional, and sometimes sexual abuse at the hands of her partner, Madeline woke in the early hours of a Winter morning and knew this was her chance to get her and her two-year-old son out of this horrific situation. She grabbed her wallet, keys, slipped on a coat, and made sure her son was dressed for the Cache Valley Winter weather. After calling our hotline, Madeline made it safely to our shelter and was immediately assisted by our staff and caseworkers. To this day she still remembers the terrifying feeling that accompanied her. The feeling of not knowing how she was going to be able to support her and her young son. After meeting with caseworkers, she said she was able to establish an action plan and apply for CAPSA’s traditional housing program that would allow her to have a place to stay while she rebuilt her credit and worked towards a stable financial situation. The relief that came when she was able to move into one of our units, secure a job, and put food on the table is something she will never forget. She was able to rebuild her life using our housing services and is now living on her own, and able to care for her and her son with full confidence in herself and her abilities.
CAPSA Services are Free and Confidential
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.
https://www.capsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/image-5.jpeg10671600Bethany Baladyhttps://www.capsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/capsaLogo.pngBethany Balady2022-08-30 11:36:092023-05-26 12:41:18Housing Program Success Story
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is domestic violence awareness month. Raising awareness around domestic violence isn’t an easy topic, but CAPSA exists to provide hope. We help survivors in all types of situations find success and healing.
We want to share some success stories that highlight how CAPSA is able to help all individuals in all kinds of situations.
1 in 7 men in Utah will experience domestic violence.
*Names changed to support privacy & confidentiality
Throughout their relationship, Dan’s girlfriend would often ask him to do a lot of things he didn’t want to do, and when he said no, she would threaten to report his past illegal activity. He was also afraid of the physical harm she could cause. Dan had heard of CAPSA through a sign in the men’s bathroom at his work. He never really thought twice about it because for the majority of his life he thought abusive situations really only happened to women. One day he decided to take a card from the bathroom. Later that day he called CAPSA to see how we could help.
Because Dan reached out to CAPSA, he was able to come in and meet with our caseworkers in a safe and confidential space. They reassured him that he was in fact in an abusive situation and that what was happening to him was wrong. CAPSA’s caseworkers and therapists advocated for him and helped him through his situation. Dan realized that men also deserve to be treated with respect and that these situations can happen to men as well.
Men do experience Domestic Violence, CAPSA is here to help.
1 in 5 Utah children will hear or witness domestic abuse.
*Names changed to support privacy & confidentiality
Two young kids had witnessed much of their parents’ fighting from a young age. Jack was only 7 but he could remember the yelling from when he was really little. Their mom, had tried to hide the abuse from her kids to the best of her ability, but when it got really bad, she knew they could tell what was going on. Sarah knew she couldn’t let them continue to hear the things her husband was saying to her. She had always been financially tied to him, which is what had kept her from seeking help before.
Sarah was able to contact CAPSA and stay in our emergency shelter with her kids. She received financial assistance which helped her to secure an apartment for her family while she utilized our therapy programs and furthered her education.
Families are impacted by domestic violence, CAPSA is here to help.
CAPSA Services are Free and Confidential
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.
3 Things you Didn’t Know About CAPSA’s Education Department
Our Prevention and Education Team educate our local youth throughout schools delivering curriculum and content that is designed to help youth recognize the signs of abuse. They love interacting and connecting with the amazing kids in Cache Valley, and Rich County. Our educators all have various backgrounds in health and public education and are passionate about educating our community!
What we teach
CAPSA’s awareness educators present curriculum promoting healthy relationships, reducing risk factors, increasing protective factors, and bringing awareness to CAPSA’s services. They teach about teen dating violence, resources in our community, warning signs of abuse & suicide, and prevention skills that reduce harm and could save lives.
Our current list of courses includes:
Who we teach
Participants include 16,100 youth and 2,357 adults from twenty different middle and high schools across Cache Valley and the Bear Lake area. Presentations are taught in a safe and inclusive environment where students are able to learn and develop skills that will empower them as individuals to stand up against violence in their school, community, and personal life.
Why we teach
CAPSA’s overall mission is to end violence in our community. We know that by teaching the youth in Cache Valley prevention skills and knowledge, they will be more equipped to recognize warning signs in their own lives and in the lives of others.
If you are interested in a youth presentation please reach out to educationteam@capsa.org.
CAPSA Services are Free and Confidential
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.
Housing Program Success Story
Madeline’s Story
Madeline’s story is one that is common among survivors fleeing abusive situations.
*Name changed to protect identity
After experiencing years of physical, emotional, and sometimes sexual abuse at the hands of her partner, Madeline woke in the early hours of a Winter morning and knew this was her chance to get her and her two-year-old son out of this horrific situation. She grabbed her wallet, keys, slipped on a coat, and made sure her son was dressed for the Cache Valley Winter weather. After calling our hotline, Madeline made it safely to our shelter and was immediately assisted by our staff and caseworkers. To this day she still remembers the terrifying feeling that accompanied her. The feeling of not knowing how she was going to be able to support her and her young son. After meeting with caseworkers, she said she was able to establish an action plan and apply for CAPSA’s traditional housing program that would allow her to have a place to stay while she rebuilt her credit and worked towards a stable financial situation. The relief that came when she was able to move into one of our units, secure a job, and put food on the table is something she will never forget. She was able to rebuild her life using our housing services and is now living on her own, and able to care for her and her son with full confidence in herself and her abilities.
CAPSA Services are Free and Confidential
If you or anyone you know is experiencing abuse, CAPSA can provide free and confidential services. Call 435-753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate.