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Building a Violence-Free Future: Tri-County FJC’s Prevention Programs

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Purpose: Highlight proactive efforts to stop DV and child abuse before they start.
Structure:

  1. Introduction
    • “Prevention is the next frontier in ending domestic violence.”
  2. Tri-County’s Prevention Strategies
    • School Workshops: Teaching teens in San Miguel, Guadalupe, and Mora Counties about healthy relationships.
    • Parenting Classes: Breaking cycles of violence through trauma-informed parenting.
    • Community Trainings: Coaching local leaders (e.g., pastors, coaches) to recognize abuse.
  3. Success Story
    • A former perpetrator (anonymous) who reformed through Tri-County’s anger management program.
  4. How to Get Involved
    • Host a workshop at your church or community center.
    • Advocate for DV prevention curricula in local schools.
  5. Long-Term Vision
    • Expanding services to neighboring counties.
    • Building a dedicated prevention center.

Contact Us

📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)

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Safe Haven: Inside Tri-County FJC’s Emergency Shelter Program

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Purpose: Showcase your emergency shelter and its role in saving lives.
Structure:

  1. Introduction
    • The critical need for emergency housing in rural NM, where shelters are scarce.
  2. A Day at the Shelter
    • Safety First: Confidential location, 24/7 security, and intake process.
    • Holistic Care: Meals, clothing, counseling, and school enrollment support for children.
    • Transition Planning: Helping survivors secure long-term housing and jobs.
  3. Voices from the Shelter
    • Anonymous quotes:
      • “The shelter gave my kids a chance to just be kids again.”
      • “I didn’t know kindness like this existed.”
  4. How the Shelter Runs
    • Costs: Utilities, food, and security for a 10-bed facility.
    • Volunteer roles: Cook meals, tutor children, or donate hygiene kits.
  5. Urgent Needs
    • $50 provides a night of safety for one survivor.
    • Local businesses: Sponsor a month’s worth of groceries.

Contact Us

📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)

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Healing Generations: Tri-County FJC’s Trauma Care for Children and Families

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Purpose: Highlight your child victimization services and trauma-informed care.
Structure:

  1. Introduction
    • The lifelong impact of child abuse and witnessing domestic violence.
  2. Tri-County’s Approach
    • Child-Friendly Advocacy:
      • Forensic interviews conducted in a safe, welcoming space.
    • Counseling Services:
      • Art therapy for children, group sessions for parents.
    • School Partnerships:
      • Training teachers in San Miguel County to spot signs of abuse.
  3. Breaking the Cycle
    • Story: A Mora County teen who found stability through Tri-County’s mentorship program after years of household violence.
  4. Community Responsibility
    • How neighbors can report suspected abuse anonymously.
    • Your 24/7 hotline for child victimization cases.
  5. Call to Action
    • Donate toys or books for children in emergency shelter.
    • Fund a scholarship for trauma counselor training.

Contact Us

📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)

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From Crisis to Courage: How Tri-County FJC Guides Survivors Through the Legal System

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Purpose: Demystify the legal process for survivors and highlight your restraining order assistance and court support.
Structure:

  1. Introduction
    • The overwhelming fear of navigating the legal system alone.
  2. Step-by-Step Support
    • Filing Restraining Orders:
      • How your team helps survivors complete paperwork, gather evidence (e.g., photos, texts), and prepare testimony.
    • Court Advocacy:
      • Staff accompany survivors to hearings and explain courtroom procedures.
    • Judicial Collaboration:
      • Partnerships with local judges to prioritize safety (e.g., expedited orders).
  3. Real-Life Impact
    • Case Study: A Guadalupe County mother who secured a restraining order and custody of her children with Tri-County’s help.
  4. Myth-Busting
    • “You need money for a lawyer.” → Tri-County’s free legal consultations.
    • “Restraining orders don’t work.” → Data on reduced violence recurrence.
  5. How to Help
    • Sponsor printing costs for legal documents.
    • Share your legal helpline: [email protected].

Contact Us

📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)

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Why Rural Communities Need Family Justice Centers: A Closer Look at Northeast New Mexico

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Purpose: Educate readers about the unique challenges of domestic violence (DV) and child victimization in rural areas and how Tri-County FJC addresses them.
Structure:

  1. Introduction
    • The national DV crisis and its amplified impact in rural regions like Northeast NM.
    • Quote from your Executive Director: “In rural communities, silence often masks suffering. We’re here to break that silence.”
  2. The Rural Reality
    • Statistics (Note: Update with local data):
      • Higher rates of underreported DV in San Miguel, Guadalupe, and Mora Counties due to stigma, isolation, and lack of resources.
      • Limited access to shelters: Only 5% of rural DV survivors can access emergency housing (cite national data, then tie to local need).
    • Barriers to Justice:
      • Distance to courts, fear of retaliation in tight-knit communities, and lack of legal literacy.
  3. Tri-County FJC’s Model
    • Integrated Services: Restraining order assistance, court accompaniment, trauma counseling, and emergency shelter under one roof.
    • Community Partnerships: Collaboration with local law enforcement, schools, and healthcare providers to identify at-risk families.
    • Mobile Advocacy: Bringing services to remote areas via outreach vans (if applicable).
  4. A Survivor’s Journey
    • Anonymous story: “Tri-County helped me file a restraining order and find a safe place for my kids. I didn’t have to face it alone.”
  5. Call to Action
    • Donate to fund transportation vouchers for survivors traveling to court.
    • Volunteer as a bilingual advocate for Spanish-speaking communities.

Contact Us

📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)