Project Linus Blankets donated
Carol Scales, Chapter Coordinator for Project Linus, dropped off blankets for the child clients that need some additional comfort while receiving clinical services at the agency. All blankets are lovingly handmade by “Blanketeers” who generously donate their time, talents, and supplies.
The staff members at Beyond Abuse want to thank the “Blanketeers” for this wonderful gift!!
For more information on Project Linus please contact Carol at 864 227 7364 or cjscales412@gmail.com
Ballentine Ford does it again!!! Sept. 18, 2018
Beyond Abuse was one of many local non profits to receive a very generous donation from Ballentine Ford today as part of their Charitable giving program. Each year, a portion of each car sold in August is donated to a Charity designated by the customer. We are very fortunate to have the support of Ballentine Ford as well as the community.
Many thanks to Bal and Wells!!
Pictured below: Wells Ballentine, Alison Romagnoli/Beyond Abuse, Bal Ballentine
Staff participates in Sex Trafficking AwarenessTraining
Beyond Abuse staff participated in a very informative 2 hour training on Sex Trafficking on Friday Sept 14, 2018. The training was conducted by SWITCH, a non profit based in Upstate SC. The training focused on how to recognize red flags for human trafficking, how to report suspected human trafficking cases, and how to respond with appropriate resources to individuals who have experienced sexual exploitation.
SWITCH’S mission is to fight human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Upstate of South Carolina through awareness, prevention, fighting demand, intervention and restoration.
The training was led by Maggie Turner, Care Coordinator. For more information visit www.switchsc.org
Eaton makes donation for medical equipment Sept 2018
Eaton Corporation recently awarded the agency a grant to purchase medical equipment for the new satellite office located in Clinton, SC. The addition of a medical examination room will allow the agency to provide a full range of services in Laurens County including child maltreatment medical exams and better serve victims of child abuse. Medical exams are provided through a partnership with Greenville Health Systems.
Many thanks to our friends at Eaton.
Staff attend training with focus on LGBTQ survivors
SCCADVASA’s Nyomi Guzman, Prevention & Inclusion Specialist and Cory France, Communications Coordinator recently conducted onsite training for Beyond Abuse staff, volunteers, and interns on providing best practice and inclusive services to LGBTQ+ Survivors of sexual assault. During the training attendees participated in open discussion and activities to introduce appropriate pronouns and terminology.
Pictured L to R: Christine Watson, Carmen Pendergrass, Nyomi Guzman, Cory France, Amber Glasl, Elizabeth Wise, Jeannie Capps, Shakema Smith, Connie Dunlap, and Letha Davis
Not pictured but also attended: Katelen Barger and Elaine Morton
3rd annual Outreach Event – A HUGE success!!
The agency hosted its 3rd annual outreach event (funded by EATON) on Aug 16th at Magnolia Park. Approximately 150 children and their parents ended the summer with inflatable rides, games, music, hotdogs, hamburgers, popcorn, & ice cream!!
Various agencies were on hand to share information on services provided to the community including Cornerstone, United Way, Megs House, Law Enforcement, GWD 50 Early Child Center, & Nurse Family Partnership.
A big Thank You to Law Enforcement for their active participation!!!!.
Volunteer Graduates Aug 2018
Please congratulate our newest volunteer/staff graduates who completed a rigorous 25 hour training course that will allow them to provide Advocacy services to sexual assault victims.
Pictured L to R: Elizabeth Wise, Victim Services Manager, Chesnee Martin, Therapist, Amber Glasl, Undergrad Intern/Volunteer, and Jacqui Mueller, Therapist
Not Pictured: Lyndsay Collins, Graduate Intern
Welcome new staff –
We are excited to announce the following new staff:
Courtney Steward – Client Services Specialist, Laurens County office
Jaquelynn Mueller – Therapist, Laurens County Office
Chesnee Martin – Therapist, Greenwood County office
Please help us welcome the newest members to the Beyond Abuse team!
We are Beyond Abuse
Beyond Abuse is a 501(c)(3) organization that is working to eradicate sexual violence and child abuse in our community. Our community support is vital, and our partnerships are strong. We are making a difference, thanks to you.
Greenwood:
(864) 227-1623
contact@beyondabuse.info