The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services, a program of BHcare

10/28/2026

Today is the International Day of Giving and an opportunity to stand with survivors of domestic violence.

Every gift helps provide safety, shelter, advocacy, counseling, and healing for individuals and families rebuilding their lives after abuse. Your support helps ensure that survivors have access to the resources they need when they need them most.

Looking for another way to help? You can support survivors by making a donation or purchasing much-needed items through our wishlist.

🛍️ Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VZOHEO3S8DHJ?ref_=wl_share
💜 Donate: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/bhcare-foundation/ucdvs

Together, we can provide hope, safety, and a path forward for survivors in our community.

10/28/2026

Every healthy relationship starts with respect.
 
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re sharing the 10 Signs of a Healthy Relationship to spark conversations about what healthy, supportive connections look like in our families, friendships, and romantic relationships.
 
Healthy relationships are built on trust, communication, honesty, independence, equality, and mutual respect. By understanding these foundations, we can better recognize when something isn’t right and create environments where everyone feels safe and valued.
 
Domestic violence prevention begins with education. Together, we can promote healthy relationship habits, support survivors, and build a community where abuse has no place.
 
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or needs support, CT Safe Connect is available 24/7 at 888-774-2900 via call, text, or chat.
 

10/27/2026

Domestic violence is more common than many people realize.

Approximately 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner during their lifetime. These statistics represent friends, family members, neighbors, coworkers, and community members whose lives have been impacted by abuse.

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their relationships, and support is available.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available 24/7. Call, text or chat the CT Safe Connect hotline at 888-774-2900.

10/27/2026

10/23/2026

Every shirt tells a story.

The Umbrella Clothesline Project raises awareness of the impact of domestic violence and abuse while honoring the strength, resilience, and courage of survivors.

Each shirt was created by a survivor of domestic violence, a child of a survivor, someone who has lost a loved one to violence, or a supporter standing in solidarity. Through words, artwork, and personal messages, participants share experiences that are too often hidden behind silence.

Displayed together, these shirts serve as a powerful reminder that domestic, intimate partner, and family violence affect people right here in our community, and that healing is possible.

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we invite you to bear witness to these stories, support survivors, and help break the silence surrounding abuse.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available 24/7. Call, text or chat the CT Safe Connect hotline at 888-774-2900.

10/20/2026

Domestic violence can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, income, or community.

Through The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services, BHcare provides free and confidential support to individuals and families across 19 communities in Greater New Haven.

Whether someone needs crisis intervention, safety planning, counseling, advocacy, housing support, or legal assistance, help is available.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available 24/7. Call, text or chat the CT Safe Connect hotline at 888-774-2900.

10/19/2026

1 in 4 women. 1 in 7 men.

These statistics represent real people in our communities, including friends, family members, neighbors, coworkers, and loved ones.

Domestic violence often happens behind closed doors, but there are times when the warning signs may be visible. If something feels off, don't ignore it. Check in with the people you care about. Listen without judgment. Let them know they're not alone. A simple conversation can make a difference.

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, let's commit to looking out for one another, supporting survivors, and helping create safer communities for everyone.

💜 Everyone deserves relationships built on respect, safety, and trust.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available 24/7. Call, text or chat the CT Safe Connect hotline at 888-774-2900

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10/02/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Thank you to the Ansonia Police Department for helping raise awareness and start important conversations about domestic violence.

No one should have to face abuse alone. The Umbrella Center provides free and confidential services for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, including crisis support, advocacy, shelter, safety planning, and more.

📞 Need support? Call our 24/7 hotline at (203) 736-9944.

Please watch, share, and help spread awareness.

10/01/2026

We’re getting excited for this year’s Dink to End DV Tournament! 🏓💜

We still have a few spots to fill in some divisions, and we’d love your help getting the word out. If you’ve been thinking about playing, grab a partner and sign up! We especially need players for these divisions:

🏓 Women’s Doubles 3.75 & Under — October 10 at 5:30 PM
🏓• Women’s Doubles 3.75+ — October 10 at 12:30 PM
🏓 Mixed Doubles 3.5–4.0 — October 11 at 5:00pm
🏓 Coed Doubles – Beginners (3.0 & Under) — October 9 at 5:30 PM
🏓 Coed Singles – Under 4.0 - October 10 at 8:00am

Registration is $70 per player, and 100% of the funds raised will go to The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.

Our goal this year is to raise $10,000, and we’re getting there one game, one team, and one player at a time! 💜

If you’ve been on the fence about signing up, this is your sign! Come play, have some fun, and help us raise money for an important cause.

Please share with your pickleball friends, too — we’d love to fill these divisions! 🏓💜

Registration link:

Pickleball Tournament in New Haven. Register at PickleballTournaments.com