Below is a note from a resident about her journey to find happiness again and live free from abuse.
Once upon a time I was a victim to abuse and now I am a survivor helping others along the way by sharing my experience and providing them a safe place to be themselves and find their voice like how stepping stones helped me find mine.
I honestly don’t remember how it all happened, but it was years of abuse and heartbreak. I was the provider and caretaker for our son, and he just used drugs and hurt me. It never mattered if I was holding my son or if he was asleep, he would beat me up.
Eventually, one argument led me to walk away with my son and I called the cops. She found a place for me at Stepping Stones, and I was ready for my healing process. I instantly felt at home.
My son and I feel happy and very safe here. The staff has supported me finding a new Job and they’ve helped me with other resources. The support groups they provide here and the AM meetings help me maintain a schedule and have structure in my life. I am now able to look back and see how my past was always rocky and where things went wrong. I’m able to share my story with others and feel like they understand where I am coming from. Of course, I still struggle with a few things, but if it wasn’t for Stepping Stones I wouldn’t even know where to begin. I have found a family within the walls and I’ve built friendships along the way.
Thank you for all the help and support that I have received. Thank you for letting me gain back my independence and strength, not only for myself but for my son as well. – Sarah (name changed)
If you or someone you know needs support because of domestic violence and other forms of abuse, call our 24/7/365 Helpline at 928-445-4673.
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