Laurel House

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Laurel House!

Thank you to everyone who voted in our Halloween Door Decorating Contest! This year's winning door is the Ghost Family door! Congratulations to our runner-ups, the Witch door and the Be-Leaf In Yourself door! We love to see the Safe Haven Center ready for Halloween.

Today is also the last day of . As comes to a close, we'd like to share some ways you can help us support survivors all year long:

➤ Sign up to become a volunteer at your local domestic violence agency

➤ Donate money/time/resources to a domestic violence agency

➤ Share social media posts from agencies and other resources you follow

➤ Participate in a Laurel House or Domestic Violence Awareness event; the next one Laurel House will be at is Journey to Freedom and Safety in November! (register at https://ow.ly/wYbB5101rWo)

Thank you to our friends and supporters in the community who raised funds, wore purple, collected Wish List items, attended one of our events, and raised awareness about domestic violence.

may be ending, but our work to end domestic violence lasts all year long. 💜

10/30/2026

Something warm is brewing for the holiday season…

We’ve partnered with our friends at Backyard Beans Coffee Co. for a very special community initiative launching this November. Every cup will make a real difference right here at Laurel House.

Stay tuned—full details drop next week!

10/30/2026

Important tips from our Director of Community Outreach!

10/29/2026

We need your help to get ready for the upcoming holiday season!

One way to get involved is to participate in Laurel House’s Adopt-a-Family Program. Rather than purchasing specific gifts, our Adopt-a-Family Program provides families with gift cards, allowing parents to choose what their children need and want most.

Our goal is to provide:

➤ $150 in gift cards for each adult client
➤ $100 in gift cards for each child

If you’re interested in adopting a family, please reach out to learn more about participating, deadlines, drop-off information, and how to be added to our donor list. Inquiries can be sent to: [email protected].

In addition, we are also in search of Thanksgiving fixings and other holiday/winter needs. Please check out our Holiday Wish List to see what our most current needs are. If you have any additional questions or would like more information, please contact Emily O’Connell at 610-277-1860 x117 or email at [email protected].

Whether you choose to adopt a family or purchase items from our wish list, you’re helping those impacted by domestic violence experience the joy, dignity, and hope of the holiday season.

Thank you for your support!

Holiday wish list: https://laurel-house.org/get-involved-today/holiday-wish-list/

10/29/2026

Today on National First Responders Day, we recognize and thank all of the dedicated first responders who act quickly in times of crisis and help keep our communities safe.​

First responders are often the first point of contact for those impacted by domestic violence, but responding to domestic violence is a coordinated effort. Domestic violence prevention and response takes a coordinated effort, and we especially extend our deepest gratitude to the first responders we work with daily through the Domestic Abuse Response Team and Medical Advocacy program to ensure that victims of domestic violence receive the support, care, and resources they need.

If you're a first responder, our tips might be helpful when handling domestic violence calls.

Visit https://vawnet.org/sc/first-responders for more resources for first responders on handling domestic violence situations.

10/27/2026

Things you should ghost this Halloween? Relationship red flags 🚩

Control disguised as love. Boundaries that aren't respected. Apologies without changed behavior. Silence used as punishment.

These are the behaviors that deserve to be left behind.

But, it's important to remember: ghosting can be an unhealthy behavior too, especially when it's used to punish, keep someone guessing, or avoid accountability.

However, context matters. If you're experiencing dating violence, cruel texts and comments, excessive location monitoring, or other red flags mentioned here, going no-contact may be a necessary step toward keeping yourself safe.

If something in your relationship doesn't feel right, you deserve support without judgment. You don't have to label your experience or have all the answers to talk to someone. Call our hotline at 1-800-642-3150 or text HOPE to 85511 to get connected with an advocate today.

10/27/2026

Happening tomorrow! Don’t miss out!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office is hosting Finding Strength, Building Safety, a Domestic Violence Awareness Event.

Hear from speakers from Laurel House, Prothonotary Noah Marlier, Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center, and Lower Providence Police Department as they discuss the resources, services, and support systems available to help protect, assist, and empower individuals in Montgomery County, PA impacted by domestic violence.

🗓️ Wednesday, October 28th
⏰ 5:30 - 7:00 PM
📍 Montgomery County Coroner’s Office
56 Eagleville Road, Eagleville, PA 19403

Register by scanning the QR code or clicking the link: https://form.jotform.com/262246631198158

10/26/2026

Laurel House was honored to be represented at Period Action Day, hosted by the First Lady of Pennsylvania Lori Shapiro, Lori Shapiro. It was inspiring to see such strong community support and a shared commitment to addressing period poverty and increasing access to menstrual products. Our Community Education Supervisor had the opportunity to meet First Lady Lori Shapiro, Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder, and Delaware County Rep. Gina H. Curry. We are grateful to be part of a community working together to create meaningful change and improve the lives of those we serve!

10/23/2026

Did you know that October 19-25 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week?

We'd like to honor National Estate Planning Week by inviting you to learn about our Planned Giving Program and the Laurel House 1980 Legacy Society.

Benefits of joining The 1980 Legacy Society include:

➤ Invitations to Special Events

➤ Listing on Website and Publications

➤ Legacy Certificate and Pin

Laurel House is the legacy of our Founding Mothers' vision for a safe haven for survivors of domestic violence. Become a part of our story of standing today and consider making a planned gift to Laurel House.

For more information about the Laurel House 1980 Legacy Society, visit https://ow.ly/8CCS50ZW1Lh or contact our Development Office at 610-277-1860 x. 102 or [email protected].

10/22/2026

Several staff members had the honor of representing Laurel House at this year's Domestic Violence Awareness Month ceremony, hosted by the Domestic Violence Legal Network. Each year, this ceremony celebrates the extraordinary efforts of advocates in our community, and we would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations to this year's DVAM honoree, Claritza "CJ" Jaramillo.

In addition to the honors, select works from this year's Shifting Spaces Art Show and our Empty Place at the Table were showcased to attendees.

We’re grateful to the Domestic Violence Legal Network and all of its partner organizations for their continued collaboration in serving survivors of domestic violence.