School is back in session, which means there’s plenty of opportunity for teens to develop new relationships. For middle school and high school students, this can be an overwhelming time, filled with roller coaster emotions [...]

In February 2016, Kaleidoscope Youth Center (KYC) opened its doors with one goal in mind: to provides services, safety and support to LGBTQI youth. Located in downtown Columbus on E. Town Street, KYC offers a […]

Survivors of abuse often face day-to-day challenges on their path to healing. Advocates and counselors at The Center for Family Safety and Healing understand the importance of self-care during this process, and often recommend a […]

Columbus Humane, formerly known as Capital Area Humane Society, offers a unique program designed to support victims of domestic violence. The Safe Haven for Pets program provides temporary housing and care options for pets of […]

Strangulation is a highly dangerous form of domestic violence that is a predictor of lethality. In May 2018, The Center for Family Safety and Healing collaborated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Project […]

Elder abuse is any act that causes harm or threatens the risk of harm to an adult age 60 or older. Many elders are abused in their own homes, relatives’ homes and assisted living facilities […]

First, take a moment to pat yourself on the back. Reading this article is an important step toward educating yourself about family violence and abuse. If you haven’t heard of Where’s The Line? before, it’s a […]

The Community Development for All People (CD4AP) is a local non-profit organization that provides free produce, clothing and household items to families in need. Located at 946 Parsons Avenue, CD4AP also serves Columbus residents in […]

Have you heard of Ohio Help Me Grow? The statewide, evidence-based program offers support to pregnant women or new parents. Trained home visitors – including nurses and social workers – meet with clients in their […]

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. We want everyone to know that anyone can call child protective services and make a report of child abuse or neglect anonymously. However, there are certain professionals who interact with children […]