Domestic violence safety applications

For victims of domestic violence, smartphone apps can increase the likelihood that their perpetrator is taken into custody and prosecuted.

Rise in domestic violence during pandemic

The National Domestic Violence Hotline, which normally receives up to 2,000 calls per day, counted only 951 callers between March 10 and 24. This does not mean that help is not needed; it simply means these victims do not have an opportunity to contact anyone for help.

Couponing event instills frugal shopping skills

The free event held in January 2020 by CPN’s House of Hope taught the community how to shop efficiently and live frugally. The 40 attendees also heard about financial abuse and its effect on relationships.

January is Stalking Awareness Month

The month of January is focused on stalking awareness, and our main objective here at the House of Hope is to educate the public about the reality of stalking and how it effects victims.

House of Hope’s holiday toy drive

Citizen Potawatomi Nation House of Hope is asking the community this holiday season to give to the souls at Christmas that need it the most.

Self-Care Awareness Month kicks off in September

By Darian Towner, Prevention Specialist, CPN House of Hope September is Self-Care Awareness Month. A majority of individuals would likely agree that they take care of themselves daily. The basics are covered, at least: we wake up, go through our morning hygiene routine and attempt to grab some combination of food and caffeine. Later, we Read More »

Tribal members pledge against domestic violence

Submitted by Darian Towner, House of Hope Prevention Specialist The House of Hope Domestic Violence Program raised awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence as well as the program’s services at this year’s Family Reunion Festival by use of a powerful visual display. Beside House of Hope’s table stood a punching bag adorned with a Read More »