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Rotary Club of Sammamish LifeWire Development Director
February 23, 2017 Kelly Becker LifeWire Development Director
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MISSION: LifeWire’s mission is to end domestic violence by changing individual, institutional and societal beliefs, attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate it. VISION: Domestic violence is a human rights issue. LifeWire envisions a world in which every person lives in a safe environment, free from oppression and with the opportunity to thrive.
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LifeWire Executive Director
Rachel Krinsky LifeWire Executive Director
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LifeWire Executive Director
Rachel Krinsky LifeWire Executive Director
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Rotary Foundation of Sammamish Community Service Project District 5030
The Goals of the Community Service Committee: To encourage families, strengthen communities, build a better world. To foster interaction between the Rotary Club and the surrounding communities.
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LifeWire’s Housing Services
Domestic violence is one of the leading causes of homelessness among women and children in the nation.
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Lack of affordable housing and long waiting lists for assisted housing mean that many domestic violence victims face an impossible choice; remain in an abusive situation or leave and face homelessness for themselves and their children.
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My Sister’s Home 10 individual apartment units providing emergency housing and supportive services for families living in lethal situations. All families are homeless, fleeing domestic violence and 86% have low or no income. My Sister’s home accommodates the hardest to serve: survivors with large families, families with teenage boys, immigrant and non-English speaking families and families that other shelters can’t accommodate. If a survivor and their family is not able to secure safe and stable housing, 60% will return to their abuser and 38% will become homeless. In 2016, LifeWire served 256 survivors with children in our shelters.
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Our services are successful!
LifeWire provides life-changing programs and supportive services – Advocacy, Legal Assistance, Counseling, Housing Stability Services, Education and Prevention. Over 91% of LifeWire’s participants that have used our Housing Services continue to maintain permanent housing. Survivors and their children report that their lives are safe and peaceful. A Stable Home means A greater sense of community. Increased attendance and improved performance in school for children. Happier, healthier families. Survivors have HOPE for the future.
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Overview of Services Community Advocacy Services
Transitional Housing Services 24-Hour Helpline My Friend’s Place Advocacy Services Adult, Youth & Children’s Community Based Housing Services Support Groups Hotel-Motel Voucher Program Counseling Services My Sister’s Home Individual Weekly Sessions Housing Stability Program Rental Assistance Program Outreach Services Education & Prevention Legislative & Systems Advocacy
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Thank You! Your grant provides comfort and warmth to families living at My Sister’s Home, LifeWire’s emergency, homeless shelter. Thank you for your compassion and kindness!
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Vivian & her son My Sister’s Home Rosa & her family
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Thank you for all you do!
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