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Elder abuse is a problem in the U.S.

Each year around June 15, communities bring elder abuse to the attention of the public. The purpose is to provide a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness that elder abuse is a public health and human rights issue.

By Mary Krueger, Douglas County Senior Coordinator , June 19, 2013

Stepping out for a good cause

Stepping out for a good cause More than 85 people, including many men walking gingerly on high heels, took to the streets of Alexandria Tuesday night in a new communitywide effort against sexual assault.

By Al Edenloff , May 03, 2013

Someplace Safe invites you to 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes'

Someplace Safe invites you to 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes' As part of April, National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Someplace Safe of Douglas County announced its first Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: Men’s March to End Sexual Assault and Gender Violence.

April 10, 2013

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Small pins carry big message

Small pins carry big message They’re small pins, only about an inch tall, but they deliver a powerful message about domestic abuse. Those who wear them have pledged to never commit, condone or remain silent about violence against women and children.

By Al Edenloff , March 06, 2013

Is your parent a 'prime' target for financial abuse?

Americans between 70 and 90 are still the wealthiest group in the U.S. It’s no surprise that they are also prime targets for financial exploitation and abuse.

By Mary Krueger, Douglas County Senior Coordinator , February 27, 2013

Some scars still remain

“The bruises, scratches and bumps on my head where it was rammed into a wall or the floor – those have all long since healed. But it’s the emotional/mental scars, I think they will be a long time coming in healing, if that ever happens.” These are the words of Teri (not her real name), a domestic abuse survivor who moved to a Douglas County community shortly after her abuser was jailed two years ago.

October 31, 2012

State agencies substance abuse effort aims to save lives, dollars

The Minnesota State Substance Abuse Strategy (PDF) calls for a multi-agency, multi-faceted approach to achieve a healthier, safer and stronger Minnesota.

September 16, 2012

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Their cup of tea: ending violence

Their cup of tea: ending violence A vintage fashion show coupled with a light lunch and tea made for a delightful afternoon of awareness and fundraising for Someplace Safe.

By Amy Chaffins , April 18, 2012

Stalking: Know it. Name it. Stop it.

January is National Stalking Awareness Month. Stalking is a serious crime that affects more than 3.4 billion people older than the age of 18 in the United States in a given year.

January 12, 2011

Domestic violence in the spotlight

Domestic violence in the spotlight Did you know that in some parts of the world it is perfectly acceptable for a man to beat his wife? There is the belief out there that if a man hits his wife, she must’ve done something to deserve it; and, that it is not the job of the government to step in and do anything about it.

By Celeste Beam , October 22, 2010

Youth accuses minister of sex abuse at Minnesota lake retreat

A teen-age girl says a religious leader sexually abused her the past three summers at a Christian retreat north of Detroit Lakes.

By Don Davis , July 29, 2010

Klobuchar presses Facebook to provide minors with a way to report predators

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar sent a letter this week to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, regarding the creation of a “panic button” application for Facebook users in the United States.

By Staff Report , July 17, 2010

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Bill requires parental notification after abuse

Parents should know if their children have been abused in schools, the Minnesota House unanimously decided Tuesday, reacting to news that a couple did not know a teacher mistreated their Down syndrome son until nearly two years after it occurred.

By By Don Davis, State Capitol Bureau , April 09, 2010

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Westrom's bill would keep parents in the loop about abuse at school

A bill co-authored by Representative Torrey Westrom, R-Elbow Lake would ensure parents are informed if their child is maltreated at school.

March 05, 2010

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A secret too harmful to keep: dating violence

This month aims to bring attention to the pervasiveness of teen dating violence. Dating, domestic and sexual violence affect citizens regardless of age.

February 19, 2010

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