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October 2019
In Her Shoes
This powerful simulation puts participants in the position of a domestic violence survivor, faced with all of the challenges they face every day. To schedule a presentation for your organization, call 941-639-5499. This simulation fits perfectly with October (National Domestic violence Awareness Month), but can be scheduled year-round. #CAREDVAM
Purple Thursday 2019
Show your stance against Domestic Violence by wearing purple on Thursday, October 24. Share your pictures to our Facebook page (@carecharlottecounty) or Instagram (@c.a.r.e.941) and use the hashtag #CAREDVAM!
Basket Raffle Luncheon
The C.A.R.E. Auxiliary will hold its annual Basket Raffle Luncheon to benefit survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crimes. This event is by invitation-only. Contact careauxiliary@gmail.com to learn how you can join this fun, social group! #CAREDVAM
Haunting on the Harbor
Look for us at the Smuggler’s Halloween Festival and Haunted House event! We’ll have candy for the kiddos and info about our services available.
Paws for a Cause
C.A.R.E. is partnering with the Suncoast Humane Society to put the FUN in FUNdraiser! The event is open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to bring their furry family members along. Don’t have a furry family member? This event will also be an opportunity to adopt one! Suncoast Humane Society will be bringing some of their cutest animals for you to meet and fall in love with! C.A.R.E. will have plenty of treats and some surprises for your pets…
Purple Pinwheel Sunday
Purple is the ribbon color for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. On Sunday, October 27, several businesses and faith-based organizations in our community will be displaying purple pinwheels to help raise awareness and signal their stance against domestic violence in our community. #CAREDVAM
Chelsea Place Masquerade Trivia Night
Chelsea Place Senior Care is having another one of their famous live trivia nights, and they’re donating proceeds to C.A.R.E.! Your donation includes trivia, food, and drinks – so get a team together and come test your knowledge…all while supporting our survivors! #CAREDVAM
SART Meeting
The Sexual Assault Response Team meets on the last Wednesday of every month. SART is a community initiative that collaborates to take on the challenges related to sexual assault; including prevention, policies, treatment, and follow-up. Call Wendy at (941) 639-5499 for details.
Happy Halloween!
From the staff and volunteers here at C.A.R.E., we want to wish a Happy and safe Halloween to you and yours! As always, should you or someone you know need to speak with an advocate, we are available 24/7 at: (941) 627-6000 – Domestic Violence Hotline (941) 637-0404 – Sexual Assault Helpline
November 2019
Happy Veteran’s Day!
From the staff and volunteers here at C.A.R.E., we want to wish a Happy Veteran’s Day to all who have served! Thank you for your sacrifices. As always, should you or someone you know need to speak with an advocate, we are available 24/7 (including Veteran’s Day) at: (941) 627-6000 – Domestic Violence Hotline (941) 637-0404 – Sexual Assault Helpline
SART Meeting
The Sexual Assault Response Team meets on the last Wednesday of every month. SART is a community initiative that collaborates to take on the challenges related to sexual assault; including prevention, policies, treatment, and follow-up. Call Wendy at (941) 639-5499 for details.
Happy Thanksgiving!
From the staff and volunteers here at C.A.R.E., we wish a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! As always, should you or someone you know need to speak with an advocate, we are available 24/7 (including Thanksgiving) at: (941) 627-6000 – Domestic Violence Hotline (941) 637-0404 – Sexual Assault Helpline
December 2019
Punta Gorda Christmas Parade
Look for us in this year’s Downtown Punta Gorda Christmas Parade! This year’s theme is Hometown Community Christmas.
Merry Christmas!
From the staff and volunteers here at C.A.R.E., we wish a Merry Christmas to you and yours! As always, should you or someone you know need to speak with an advocate, we are available 24/7 (including Christmas) at: (941) 627-6000 – Domestic Violence Hotline (941) 637-0404 – Sexual Assault Helpline