Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence

06/17/2026

Congratulations to our Board Member, LaMonte Cooke. Governor Wes Moore presented a citation to him for his extraordinary career of service and leadership! As the first African American deputy in Kent County and the longest-serving local corrections officer in Maryland, LaMonte has paved the way for others while making a lasting impact on our community. We are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement and grateful for his dedication, commitment, and service. Thank you, LaMonte, for being an inspiration to so many!

I had the honor of presenting a citation to Warden LaMonte Cooke — the first African American deputy in Kent County and the longest serving local corrections officer in Maryland.

I was also proud to be the first Governor to attend an MCAA Awards Banquet in 49 years.

MCAA and our state’s correctional professionals provide a valuable service, from championing alternatives to incarceration, supporting people pursuing careers in criminal justice, and developing programs to help those in custody.

They deserve to be seen and supported, and I’m happy to do so.

06/15/2026

If you are in an abusive situation, consider identifying a trusted person you can contact in an emergency. Share a code word or phrase that signals you need help. Support is available at 800-927-HOPE (4673).

06/14/2026

𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙𝙣'𝙩 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨.
Know the signs:
Ignoring your “no” or pushing your limits
Pressuring you into things you are uncomfortable with
Not respecting privacy or personal space
Continuing behavior after you ask them to stop
Help is available 24/7 Call 800-927-HOPE (4673).

06/12/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.
Signs of emotional abuse:
Constant criticism, insults, or humiliation
Blaming you for everything that goes wrong
Gaslighting (making you question your memory or reality)
Threats to harm you, themselves, or others
Extreme jealousy or possessiveness
Monitoring your movements, calls, or messages
For 24/7 help, call 800-927-HOPE (4673)

06/10/2026

𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗮 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽.
Know the signs.
• Guilt-tripping to get their way
• Blaming you for their anger or behavior
• Mood swings that depend on your compliance
• Saying things like “If you loved me, you would…”
For 24/7 help, call 800-927-HOPE (4673)

06/08/2026

A safety plan is a personalized plan that helps someone stay as safe as possible while navigating an abusi

𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣, 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 800-927-𝙃𝙊𝙋𝙀 (4673)

06/07/2026

$3,000 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙩.
Your donation also provides legal representation at protective order hearings for victims to receive the safety they deserve. Please GIVE today to fund legal services.

06/06/2026

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙠𝙚𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.
Signs of physical abuse:
Hitting, slapping, pushing, or choking
Blocking you from leaving a room or home
Throwing objects or destroying property
Using weapons or threatening to use them
Any unwanted physical force

06/04/2026

He made it difficult for her to have money. At first, it seemed practical—he handled the bills. But eventually, she had no access to her own paycheck or bank account. Leaving felt impossible. Financial abuse is real. Call 800-927-HOPE (4673)

06/03/2026

A gas gift card makes an immediate difference to a survivor rebuilding their life. Gas gift card locations on the eastern shore include: Royal Farms, Wawa, CVS, ACME Markets and Food Lion. Mail to: MSCFV, 8626 Brooks Drive, Suite 102, Easton, MD 21601
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