year in review - shelterhouse
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Year in review
OUR HISTORY
Shelterhouse was formed in 1976 by a group of concerned citizens who facilitated temporary shelter for victims in volunteers’ homes, and over the next four decades, we helped tens of thousands of people in Midland and Gladwin Counties find new lives – free of domestic violence and sexual assault.
We opened our first client services center, offering shelter, crisis counseling, advocacy, court accompaniment, education, therapy and support groups.
We moved to a larger location
We opened the Shelterhouse Resale Shop, a resale boutique that offers gently used clothing, accessories and home goods, with all proceeds going to support Shelterhouse operations.
Shelterhouse was awarded one of only three Blueprint for Safety grants by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Violence Against Women – this grant will help transform Midland’s system of han-dling domestic violence. That same year, Shelterhouse was also selected by the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence and the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition to pilot new best practices and strategies for providing services for people with disabilities.
We launched a capital campaign to raise funds for a new state-of-the-art center to be built in 2019, which would enable us to shelter three times as many clients.
Shelterhouse is an amazing organization. I am so proud to play a small part in the work we do. Every day we help victims of domestic and sexual violence become survivors and help survivors learn to thrive. I am humbled by the work of so many passionate, dedicated individuals who choose to use their skills and their hearts to do the work of Shelterhouse. I am grateful every day for the wonderful team committed to our mission.
We have had many accomplishments this year. You will, in this report, again see the growth we are experiencing as we walk beside survivors. The demand for services has grown to the point at which we can no longer meet survivor needs in our current facility. Over this past year, we have explored many options to try and meet this growing need. Leadership, both board and staff, have toured other agencies with similar missions and services to develop ideas about best practice facilities in our field. We purchased 20 acres of land on Waldo Road in Midland, and are in the process of developing a site and facility plan that will meet current and future needs. We will have a new state of the art facility for the many who turn to Shelterhouse look-ing for hope, healing and empowerment.
As we look to build Shelterhouse a new home, other new and exciting initiatives and oppor-tunities continue to develop. These opportunities help build skills that will ultimately help us better serve clients. I am pleased to share a couple of highlights:• Shelterhouse implemented a project with The Research Consortium on Gender Based Violence at Michigan State University, funded by a grant from the Office of Violence Against Women. All agency services were evaluated through a trauma-informed lens by researchers from MSU. The project resulted in the adoption of 10 trauma principles by all client service staff, additional staff training on trauma, educational products for survivors, and the adaptation of services in several areas to further incorporate trauma-informed best practices.• All Shelterhouse staff participated in a three-day training with Our Community Listens (OCL), focusing on healthy workplace communication. Additional specialized follow-up train-ings were developed specific to staff needs. This training focused on continuing to develop the very best workplace culture in order to support and retain staff doing very difficult work. The value of this yearlong training was more than $60,000 and was provided to Shelterhouse at no charge as a dedicated OCL partner site.
I hope that as your read our annual report, you are moved by the many best practice services that are ongoing and continue to help so many in the communities we serve. We are commit-ted to meeting our mission in every possible way.
On behalf of clients, staff and Shelterhouse Board of Directors, thank you for your support during 2018. Together, we made a difference in the lives of women, children and men in our communities.
With great appreciation,
Janine M. Ouderkirk
Dear Friends, OUR HISTORY
BY THE NUMBERS TRANSPARENCY IS OUR PRIORITY
REVENUE
Grants Interest
Operational FeesOther
DonationsContributions In Kind
United Way Investment Income (Loss)
Salaries and Wages Taxes, Fringe Benefits
Occupancy Supplies
Communications Specific Assistance Staff Development
Transportation (Less Fundraising)Professional Fees
DepreciationFundraising
Other (Less Fundraising)
731,58117,95317,8251,3925,075,202451,340232,269301,203
EXPENSES
Salaries and Wages Taxes, Fringe Benefits
Occupancy Supplies
Communications Specific Assistance Staff Development
Transportation (Less Fundraising)Professional Fees
DepreciationFundraising
Other (Less Fundraising)
1,060,637128,754156,03982,91022,96719,58629,13815,052110,09354,66499,4898,678
Client Service
PROGRAMS
Advocacy TherapyShelter S.A.N.E
Community Awareness
HELP FINDING FOOD AND CLOTHING
BUDGETING
REFERRALS TO COMMUNITY RESOURCES
COURT ACCOMPANIMENT & LEGAL SUPPORT
AVAILABLE 24/7
24- HOUR CRISIS HELP LINE
FOR MEN, WOMEN, AND CHILDREN
HOUSING ASSISTANCE
SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINATION
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT BY ADVOCATE
SAFETY PLANNING
ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
TRAINING IN SAFETY SKILLS
SUPPORT GROUPS
SOCIAL MEDIA
IN-PERSON PRESENTATIONS
TAKE-AWAY FLYERS AND HANDOUTS
FRAMEWORK FOR PREVENTING DEATHS AND REDUCING HARM
CONTINUOUS STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT
CONNECTS AGENCIES FOR EFFICIENT RESOLUTION OF ISSUES
CURRICULUM BASED FRIENDSHIP GROUPS IN SCHOOLS
FOR MEN, WOMEN, AND CHILDREN
We can provide you and your children a safe space and empower you to make choices about your future safety, health, housing and other needs. Our services are all free, caring and confidential. Child, youth and adult therapy is provided by master’s-level therapists.
All therapists have received special training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, considered best practice for working with children who have been sexually abused.
Blueprint for Safety PreventionEducation
EDUCATION MAKING OUR MISSION KNOWN
BLUEPRINT FOR SAFETYSTRENGTH IN COLLABORATION
PREVENTIONSTOPPING THE CAUSE AT THE ROOT
We use Facebook to raise awareness for domestic violence and sexual assault. Like our page to stay up to date on current news regarding domestic violence and sexual assault, Shelterhouse events, and volunteer opportunities.
Shelterhouse also makes in person appearances at churches, schools and community events to answer questions about our organization and offer support to those who need it.
Through friendship groups at local middle and high schools, we are able to talk with students about healthy relationships and communication using prevention curriculum. In 2018, Shelterhouse facilitated these friendship groups at Meridian High School, Meridian Junior High School, Bullock Creek Middle School, Coleman Junior/ Senior High School.
Shelterhouse has received a grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women to implement a Blueprint for Safety: An Interagency Response to Battering and Crimes of Domestic Violence.
The Blueprint for Safety is a framework for preventing deaths and reducing the harm caused by battering. The Blueprint coordinates agency responses across the criminal legal system and outlines each practitioner’s role and responsibilities. This unified, strategic response to domestic violence is designed to increase safety for victims and ensure justice.
ADVOCACYUNCONDITIONAL SUPPORT
THERAPY PROMOTING RESILIENCE
S.A.N.EEMPOWERING SURVIVORS
Sexual assault nursing examinations (S.A.N.E) are a vital part of our sexual assault advocacy program. S.A.N.E exams are performed by registered nurses who take care of our clients by providing trauma-informed patient-centered medical care after an assault. They are also trained to collect forensic evidence based on the patient’s wishes. Because of their compassion and training, we are able to better support victims of sexual violence.
At Shelterhouse not only do we provide safe environment but we also provide advocacy. Advocacy is walking along side of each clients that are both residential and nonresidential and helping them connect with community resources so that they can become more self sustaining.
At Shelterhouse all of our Master’s level therapist are dedicated to helping you live your best life. All therapists have received special training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, considered best practice for working with adults and children who have been sexually abused.Therapy can be conducted in a one-on-one setting or in a group setting.
SHELTERALWAYS SAFE, ALWAYS THERE
This past year, Shelterhouse had the pleasure of receiving a grant for 3,000 dollars through the Midland Noon Rotary Community Needs Grant. Co-writing this grant and then being the one to receive the grant on behalf of Shelterhouse was one of many positive experiences this year. This grant permits residential and non-residential families the opportunity to enjoy fun and interactive activities in Midland and surrounding areas. Witnessing the kiddo’s experience new things and watching parents connect with their children has been an enriching experience, not to mention a blast!
Children in shelter are celebrated every day, but on their birthdays we have the ability to make it their own special day with a themed birthday cake, decorations, gifts and more! This is perhaps one of the most rewarding aspects of my work in the shelter.As the family and resource advocate, I have the opportunity to connect families with community resources. One of those resources is funds from the McKinney Vento Act. This act is in place to assist homeless families with getting their children to school. Prior to this year, the Shelter Services Coordinator connected families to the McKinney Vento Liaison. This new responsibility provides the opportunity to advocate for the children and families in shelter allowing them to successfully get their children to school. We believe that keeping routines consistent during a time of drastic change promotes resilience in children.
The work we do with survivors is multi-faceted, with many variables contributing to the complexity. Shelterhouse recognizes the importance of thoroughly trained advocates. As a result, I was able to attend many trainings on a variety of topics including substance reliance, intersectionality, mental health first aid and trauma in children. Mental health first aid provided me with the tools and education needed to gain a trauma informed approach when clients are experiencing mental health issues. Trauma in children training introduced me to the activity happening in the brain of a child that has experienced trauma and transformed my educational outlook on child development as a whole. All of the trainings have allowed me to better serve our diverse population of clients.
With the year 2018-2019, will come additional responsibilities of coordinating several volunteers providing essential work in shelter. These volunteers help pick up diapers for our clients, grocery shop for the shelter and help us organize our donations of food and shelter necessities.
It is clear every day that Shelterhouse is an agency that is constantly looking for ways we can grow as a team in a positive way. It is an organization that values collaboration and input from all members.
Anna O’Brien Family and Resource Advocate
CAMPAIGNS
100 men or more
YOUR SUPPORT MEANS THE WORLD
Rebuild + Renew
Chefs for Shelterhouse
CHEFS FOR SHELTERHOUSE
THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR
With over 25 of the best chefs from around the Great Lakes Bay Region, more than 100 silent auction items, and a crowd of over 1,200 community members; this is the place to be if you like food, like people, and if you want to support the end of domestic and sexual violence.
Thanks to our generous community, Shelterhouse received the much needed dollars to support our operations in 2018. These gifts have been used to provide comprehensive domestic and sexual violence services, educational outreach to schools, universities and other organizations throughout the community, and has enabled us to answer every domestic violence and sexual assault crisis call we receive.
Private SuitesTo accommodate children from
infants to teenagers and provide clients with a sense of personal
control over their living situation while in residence
Counseling CenterStaffed by licensed professionals for individual, group and family
therapy
Onsite Advocacy Center
For help with court processes, housing assistance and referrals for
financial resources and job skills training
Dedicated Play &Recreational Areas
For children of a range of age levels
Gathering Area
With space for support groups, educational opportuntites and
events
Outdoor Healing Garden
To expose our clients to the healing powers of nature
Space for CommunityEducation Programs
Exercise Areas State-of-the-ArtSecurity
PROGRAM EXPANSION
REBUILD + RENEWNOT JUST A PLACE. A NEW BEGINNING
The Rebuild + Renew capital campaign aims to rebuild the lives and renew hope for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Midland and Gladwin counties. Shelterhouse has launched a $7.2 million capital campaign to fund the construction of a new expanded client services center.
The current Shelterhouse building is overcrowded. In 2017 and 2018, we were at capacity 97 percent of the time, and over capacity 81 percent of the time. To allow our program capacity to grow, a new space is being designed to better meet our clients’ needs. Our new building will be located at 2500 Waldo Avenue and will be our main point of operations upon completion in 2020.
1oo men or more
DEFINING MANHOOD AS THE STRENGTH THAT RESPECTS WOMEN
Sometimes it is hard for men to join in the fight against family violence. Shelterhouse launched a campaign for the eighth year to engage men to take a stand against domestic and sexual violence. We asked 100 or more men from our community to donate $100 or more between July 9 and September 7, 2018.
These donations are used to provide awareness, education and prevention programs in our community Through this campaign, Shelterhouse will take another step to generate the positive change needed to make our community a safer place.
In 2018, one hundred and twenty men took a stand.
“Even when everything appears fine, we have no idea what may be going on behind the scenes. Statistics prove that many people suffer silently behind stoic faces. Shelterhouse provides hope, healing and support so people no longer need to suffer in silence from domestic violence or sexual assault. It is imperative we outreach for positive male role models to take a stand for a safer community, I am proud to support an organization that is a light for someone’s darkest days.”
ROB VALLENTINEPRESIDENT AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOW CHEMICAL FOUNDATION
DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP FOR THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANYAND 100 MEN CAMPAIGN CHAMPION – SHELTERHOUSE 2018
WAYS TO GET INVOLVEDVOLUNTEERS MAKE IT ALL POSSIBLE
We could not do what we do without our dedicated volunteers. There are a number of ways you can get involved – from one-time assistance to help on an ongoing basis. Volunteer opportunities are available for anyone.
PROVIDE CLIENT TRANSPORTATION
ASSIST WITH CHILD CARE ACTIVITIES
SUPPORT OFFICE OPERATIONS
COORDINATE AND DEVELOP EVENTS
ESTABLISH FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
DEVELOP PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES
PROCESS INCOMING DONATIONS
MANAGE INVENTORY
Community Outreach Resale ShopSite and Client Assistance
in 2018, volunteers donated
hours of service
6709
THE RESALE SHOPOUR BUDGET FRIENDLY BOUTIQUE
LOCATION 1830 SOUTH SAGINAW RD.MIDLAND, MI 48642(NEXT TO KMART)
HOURS MONDAY-SATURDAY10:00 A.M.-8:00 P.M.
SUNDAY1:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M.
DONATION DROP OFFCLOTHING AND HOUSEHOLD DONATIONS CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT THE REAR OF THE SHOP ANYTIME DURING STORE HOURS. CLOTHING SHOULD BE CLEAN, FREE OF STAINS AND ODORS, AND WITH NO TEARS. QUESTIONS? PLEASE CALL US AT (989) 486-8776.
WHAT WE ACCEPT WHAT WE DON’T ACCEPT• Clean and Lightly Used Clothing (Men’s, Women’s and
Children’s)• Household Items & Décor• Kitchen Ware• Small Lamps• Clocks• Paintings/Frames• Unused Candles• Candlesticks• Storage Solutions (Small)• Knick Knacks & Small Decorations• Dish Sets & Glassware• Mirrors• Antiques (small items only)• Jewelry• DVD’s/Blu Ray• CD’s• Video Games & Systems• Toys (small/organized packages/boxes)• Sanitary Items• Books
• Furniture• Appliances• Car Seats/Cribs/Carriers• Helmets or other safety items• Used candles• Ammunition• Weapons• Old Electronics (TV’s/Stereos/Speakers)• Outdated Media (VHS/Tapes/8 Tracks/Vinyl)• Cleaning Supplies• Vacuums• Blinds/Rods• Perishable Food Items• Tools & Garden Equipment• Bed Pillows• Luggage• Lumber• Home Improvement Supplies
MIDLAND GLADWIN3115 Isabella StreetMidland, MI 48640
Phone: 989.835.6771Fax: 989.835.7449
234 W. Cedar AvenueGladwin, MI 48642
Phone: 989.426.9413
24-Hour crisis line (toll-free)
Shelterhouse is partially funded through the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board (MDSVPTB), by the Department of Community Health (Crime Victims Services Commission - the Victims of Crime Act Grant), and the United Ways of Midland and Gladwin counties.