Eddie’s Story Impact in Action
“Eddie,” a single father with 3 children stayed in NFHC’s Domestic Violence Shelter after leaving an abusive partner. The family was in shelter for 4 months, receiving support, advocacy, and case management to help create a future free from abuse. While in shelter the family healed and set goals. Eddie maintained his job while adjusting to parenting 3 kids by himself. The kids loved playing with staff and would run into the staff office every day to color, talk, and just enjoy being a kid! After months of meeting with the DVS Case Manager and NFHC’s Legal Advocate, Eddie secured permanent supporting housing to move his family into their own apartment. NFHC was able to assist the family with funds to purchase furniture and household items for the new apartment. This family of 4 entered shelter after experiencing a harmful abusive environment and they left shelter on a path to healing and safety.
“We envision a community where all people live in safety, where all forms of violence have been eradicated, and where healthy families and individuals serve as the foundation of a vibrant and productive community.” Northland Family Help Center
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