{"id":46,"date":"2021-09-13T07:11:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-13T07:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2021-10-29T20:18:43","modified_gmt":"2021-10-29T20:18:43","slug":"ways-to-honor-domestic-violence-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/13\/ways-to-honor-domestic-violence-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"A Few Important Ways You Can Honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Domestic_Violence_Awareness_Month__.jpg\" alt=\"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" class=\"wp-image-47\" width=\"328\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Domestic_Violence_Awareness_Month__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Domestic_Violence_Awareness_Month__-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Domestic_Violence_Awareness_Month__-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 328px) 100vw, 328px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, roughly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner. Furthermore, nearly 50% of women experience at least one form of psychological aggression by their partner in their lifetime. What does this mean? In short, that it\u2019s not \u201csomeone else\u2019s problem,\u201d it\u2019s ours. To help those suffering in silence, participate in Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. Keep reading to learn a few ways you can get involved!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Donate the Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you imagine leaving your home with nothing more than a quickly thrown-together bag? Many domestic violence survivors looking to start a new chapter of their life need help with the essentials. In addition to adult and child-sized face masks, consider donating hygiene staples, like body wash, deodorant, and laundry detergent. Seasonal items are always welcome as well, like umbrellas, blankets, and sunscreen. Lastly, donate day-to-day necessities, like silverware, snacks, and bath towels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Volunteer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people don\u2019t think of donating until the holidays, but individuals and families need your help year-round. This fall, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshelters.org\/cit\/me-south_portland\">get in touch with a local shelter<\/a> to see how you can help. From cleaning the facility to preparing meals for the residents, there is plenty of ways you can get involved. (Consider corporate volunteering as well \u2013 getting your co-workers to participate is a great way to give back!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Have an Open Discussion with Your Friends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Domestic violence victims aren\u2019t always strangers. Therefore, consider creating a safe space and having an open discussion with your close friends. Resources like the RUSafe app assess the likelihood of potential harm and an abusive relationship. Plus, they provide a list of nearby, safe locations to turn to for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Domestic Violence Awareness Month rapidly approaching, now is the time to get involved. Remember, participating can make all the difference in helping someone start a fresh, new chapter of their life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/meet-dr-katherine-paret.html\">Dr. Katherine Par\u00e9t<\/a> loves to use her skill and passion for dentistry for two purposes: to offer high-quality dental care and support each patient\u2019s overall wellness. She graduated from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and has since undergone additional training in everything from oral surgery to domestic violence advocacy. For her, collaboration with other key providers, like psychiatrists, to create custom treatment plans designed to help her patients on their journeys toward health and happiness is extremely rewarding. If you\u2019d like to learn more about participating in Domestic Violence Awareness Month or want to schedule an appointment, don\u2019t hesitate to visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give her practice a call at <strong>207-200-4106<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, roughly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner. Furthermore, nearly 50% of women experience at least one form of psychological aggression by their partner in their lifetime. What does this mean? In short, that it\u2019s not \u201csomeone else\u2019s problem,\u201d it\u2019s ours. 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